Tolopea
General Information
The hex color #110D4A, also known as Tolopea, is a very dark shade of blue-purple. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 6.67% red, 5.1% green, and 29.02% blue. Its CMYK representation is C:77, M:82, Y:0, K:71. The color is often associated with sophistication, mystery, and depth, due to its similarity to indigo and other dark shades of blue. It is a dark, saturated color, which means that it will not offer great contrast with black, while on the other hand can produce a nice contrast with bright colors. Tolopea is rarely found in nature, but because of its dark hue it can be used in designs related to the night, space or science fiction.
The color #110D4A, also known as Tolopea, presents significant accessibility challenges, particularly in text applications. Its extremely dark hue results in very low contrast against standard white backgrounds, making it difficult for users, especially those with visual impairments, to read text rendered in this color. According to WCAG guidelines, this color fails to meet the minimum contrast ratio requirements for both normal and large text sizes. To improve accessibility, it is essential to pair #110D4A with much lighter colors. Using it for decorative elements or backgrounds that don't require high readability is a more appropriate application. Careful consideration should be given to color combinations to ensure usability for all users, including those with color vision deficiencies.
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Applications
Web Design
In web design, #110D4A can be utilized for creating a sophisticated and mysterious mood, particularly in headers or background accents. Its dark tone makes it suitable for websites aiming for a night-mode theme or a high-tech aesthetic. However, careful attention must be paid to text color to ensure readability; lighter shades of gray or contrasting colors like yellow or cyan are recommended. It is suitable for websites about space, astronomy or science fiction projects.
Beauty
In the beauty industry, especially for nail polish or eyeshadow, #110D4A can create a bold and elegant look. It complements lighter skin tones and adds depth to eye makeup. When incorporated into nail polish, it provides a sophisticated alternative to black, suitable for evening wear or special occasions. Moreover, used as an eye shadow, it can enhance the natural color of the eye, and create a very mysterious mood.
Interior Design
In interior design, #110D4A can be used as an accent color to add a touch of sophistication and depth to a room. It pairs well with lighter shades like gray, beige, or white to create a balanced and visually appealing space. Can be used for the painting of a single wall, or for adding some elegant pillows to your bed. Furthermore, this color should not be used in environments with a lot of shadow or low luminosity.