#392263 Hex Color
A deep and moody midnight violet
This deep, desaturated violet carries a heavy, moody presence. Because it is so dark, #392263 functions best as a background color for interfaces or high-contrast branding rather than small text. It pairs well with muted gold accents to create an air of luxury. White text remains perfectly legible against this shade, making it a reliable choice for dark-mode designs.
Questions about #392263
What is #392263 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #392263 is rgb(57, 34, 99), in HSL hsl(261, 49%, 26%) and in CMYK 42%, 66%, 0%, 61%.
Does #392263 work well for text on websites?
#392263 is generally too dark for body text, as it lacks sufficient contrast against standard dark gray or black backgrounds. It is best reserved for UI backgrounds or distinct brand accents where white text can be overlaid for optimal legibility.
What colors pair best with #392263?
This deep violet thrives when paired with muted gold or soft cream tones, which pull out its luxurious, regal quality. For a more modern, technical aesthetic, you can also balance #392263 by using it alongside a crisp mint or silver accent.
Is #392263 readable on white or black?
#392263 has a 13.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.58:1 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.