Gondola
General Information about Gondola
The color #260A16, also known as Gondola, is a dark and muted color located in the purple color space. It is composed of 15.3% red, 3.9% green, and 8.6% blue. In the RGB color model, it is represented as (38, 10, 22). In the HSV color space, its hue is 335 degrees, its saturation is 73.7%, and its value is 14.9%. Due to its low saturation and value, the color appears dark and subdued. Gondola is often associated with feelings of mystery, luxury, and sophistication. Its darkness makes it suitable for creating a sense of depth or seriousness in designs, though it requires careful balancing with lighter colors for readability and visual appeal.
The color #260A16, a deep and muted shade, presents significant accessibility challenges. Its low luminance value of 2% means that any text rendered in this color will require a very light foreground color to meet WCAG standards for contrast. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Using lighter shades of gray, or even pastels, as foreground colors could help to achieve the required contrast. When using this color for backgrounds, ensure that interactive elements like buttons and links are clearly distinguishable through sufficient color contrast or additional visual cues like borders and underlines. Careful consideration must be given to users with visual impairments to ensure usability.
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Website Design
This color can be used as a background color in websites that want to create a premium feel. Combining it with gold or white elements as text creates a very elegant look. Use sparingly as highlights to draw attention to key sections, and consider adding subtle textures to enhance depth and visual interest.
Interior Design
In interior design, #260A16 can serve as a luxurious accent color. Consider using it in small doses, such as throw pillows or decorative items, to add depth to a room. Pair it with lighter, warmer tones like beige or gold to prevent the space from feeling too dark or somber. The color works especially well in bedrooms or living rooms where a sense of calm and elegance is desired.
Fashion Design
In the fashion industry, this color is very suitable for evening gowns and winter collections to give a sophisticated impression. Use it for creating dark elegant dresses, combined with silver or golden elements to make the dress stand out. The color can also be used as part of a pattern.