Emotion & Mood
Personality & Symbolism
Rooted in Japanese culture, nature, and seasonal beauty.
Suitable for backgrounds and subtle design elements.
Color Harmonies
Visual Analysis
Technical Values
| HEX | #261E47 |
|---|---|
| RGB | rgb(38, 30, 71) |
| HSL | hsl(252, 41%, 20%) |
| CMYK | 46%, 58%, 0%, 72% |
| Contrast | Dark |
| CSS | background: #261E47; |
Accessibility — WCAG Contrast
WCAG 2.1 requires a contrast ratio of ≥4.5:1 for AA (normal text) and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color for this background: white (#FFFFFF).
Color Psychology
Color Temperature
This cool-toned color (hue 252°) evokes feelings of calm, trust, and intellectual focus. Cool colors tend to recede visually, creating depth and spaciousness in layouts.
Visual Weight
At 20% lightness, this color carries substantial visual weight. Dark colors add perceived importance and gravity to elements. Research shows dark elements are perceived as 10-30% heavier.
Saturation Impact
Moderate saturation (41%) strikes a balance between engagement and comfort. These tones can be viewed for extended periods without fatigue, making them ideal for interfaces used daily.
Design Applications
Corporate & Enterprise
Communicates trust and professionalism — the top choice for corporate sites, legal firms, and B2B SaaS.
Government & Institutions
Authority and dependability — frequently used for government portals, educational institutions, and official communications.
Dark Theme & UI
Deep tones reduce eye strain in dark mode — perfect for code editors, media players, and night-mode interfaces.