#383880 Hex Color
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This dark, muted indigo feels serious and grounded, perfect for professional or moody design projects. Because it is quite deep, white text offers excellent legibility on top of it, making it a reliable choice for dark mode UI backgrounds. Learn what colors make purple to see how different mixing ratios affect such shades. The hex code for this color is #383880.
Questions about #383880
What is #383880 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #383880 is rgb(56, 56, 128), in HSL hsl(240, 39%, 36%) and in CMYK 56%, 56%, 0%, 50%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #383880?
Because of its deep blue-purple undertones, #383880 balances perfectly with bright neutrals or soft creams. For a sophisticated palette, try pairing it with a warm sand or a crisp off-white to prevent the design from feeling too heavy or claustrophobic.
Is #383880 readable on white or black?
#383880 has a 10.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.04:1 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.