Jacksons Purple

#142280

General Information about Jackson's Purple

The hex color #142280, also known as Jackson's Purple, is a deep, rich shade of purple that evokes feelings of royalty, sophistication, and mystery. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 7.84% red, 13.33% green, and 50.2% blue. Its CMYK values are 0.84, 0.73, 0.00, and 0.50. This color is often associated with luxury, creativity, and introspection. It is a versatile color that can be used in a variety of design applications, from web design to fashion. In color psychology, purple is often linked to wisdom, independence, creativity, mystery, and magic. Different shades of purple can have varied effects. Lighter purples are seen as more romantic, while dark purples like Jackson's Purple are perceived as more mysterious and regal.

The hex color #142280, also known as Jackson's Purple, presents considerable accessibility challenges, particularly in web design. Its dark hue results in low contrast against lighter backgrounds, which is problematic for users with visual impairments. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast is crucial for readability. To ensure accessibility, it's imperative to pair #142280 with significantly lighter text or interface elements. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for standard text and 3:1 for large text is recommended. Moreover, avoid using this color for critical interactive elements without proper visual cues, as users with color blindness may struggle to perceive them. Providing alternative text or icons can further enhance usability. Thoroughly testing color combinations with accessibility tools is essential to guarantee an inclusive user experience.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
20 34 128
RGB20 34 128
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
232.22deg 72.97% 29.02%
232.2272.9729.02HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
232.22deg 7.84% 49.8%
232.227.8449.8HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#142280
rgb20 34 128
hsl232.22deg 72.97% 29.02%
cmyk84.38% 73.44% 0% 49.8%
hwb232.22deg 7.84% 49.8%
xyz-d650.05 0.03 0.21
oklch0.3183 0.1564 268.18
oklab0.3183 0 -0.16
CMYK
84.38% 73.44% 0% 49.8%
84.3873.44049.8CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.05 0.03 0.21
0.050.030.21XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3183 0.1564 268.18
0.31830.1564268.18LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3183 0 -0.16
0.31830-0.16LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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