#371159 Hex Color
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#371159 is a dim, near-black violet that leans heavily into mystery. Its high saturation makes it a bold choice for dark mode UI backgrounds or moody branding. While white text offers excellent legibility against this dark base, use it sparingly as an accent rather than a full-page flood to avoid a muddy feel. The hex code for this deep shade is #371159.
Questions about #371159
What is #371159 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #371159 is rgb(55, 17, 89), in HSL hsl(272, 68%, 21%) and in CMYK 38%, 81%, 0%, 65%.
How should I use #371159 in UI design?
Use #371159 as a grounding background for dark mode interfaces rather than as a primary element. It works best when paired with high-contrast text like off-white or soft creams to maintain readability while keeping the aesthetic moody and professional.
What colors pair well with #371159?
Is #371159 readable on white or black?
#371159 has a 15.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.38:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.