#393359 Hex Color
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Strongly desaturated and dark, this purple provides a serious backdrop for UI designs. White text offers excellent contrast against this tone, making it a reliable choice for dark mode layouts. The hex code for this color is #393359. It functions best as a primary base rather than an accent. For similar deeper purple tones, it pairs well with bright, energetic yellows to cut the tension.
Questions about #393359
What is #393359 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #393359 is rgb(57, 51, 89), in HSL hsl(249, 27%, 27%) and in CMYK 36%, 43%, 0%, 65%.
How should I use #393359 in a UI design?
#393359 functions best as a foundational base color for dark mode interfaces rather than an accent. Its desaturated nature allows white or light-toned text to stand out clearly, ensuring high accessibility and a professional, serious aesthetic for software dashboards.
What colors pair well with #393359?
This deep purple pairs effectively with bright, energetic yellow or gold tones to cut the tension and add visual interest. For a more neutral, balanced look, it also complements soft off-white or light gray shades used for typography.
Is #393359 readable on white or black?
#393359 has a 11.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.79:1 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.