Jacaranda
General Information about #280026
The hex color #280026, also known as Jacaranda, is a deep shade of purple, close to black, with a hint of red, creating a rich and sophisticated tone. It belongs to the purple color family. The color name is inspired by the Jacaranda tree, known for its beautiful purple flowers. In the RGB color model, #280026 is composed of 15.7% red, 0% green, and 14.9% blue. In the CMYK color model, it consists of 0% cyan, 100% magenta, 6% yellow, and 84.3% black. This color is often associated with royalty, mystery, and luxury, and it can be used to create a sense of elegance and sophistication. The color is not particularly vibrant and lies heavily on the darker side of the color spectrum.
The hex color #280026, a deep, dark purple, presents significant accessibility challenges, especially in text applications. Its low luminance value (very dark) means that it requires very light text (white or near-white) to achieve sufficient contrast for readability, according to WCAG guidelines. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. This color would likely fail these requirements when paired with most mid-tone or dark colors. Designers should use contrast checkers to verify compliance. When used for interactive elements, sufficient contrast is crucial for users with visual impairments to perceive the element and its state. Therefore, #280026 is best used sparingly, such as for decorative elements or backgrounds paired with high-contrast text and interactive elements.
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Dark Theme Website
This color can be used as a background color for a website with a dark theme. The dark background can be contrasted with bright text for a modern and sleek look. Use sparingly and make sure to test your website for accessibility.
Fashion Design
Jacaranda can be incorporated into clothing designs, especially for evening wear or formal attire. It can be used as the primary color for a dress or suit, or as an accent color in accessories like scarves or handbags. It can also be used in the beauty segment in form of eyeshadow, nailpolish or lipstick.
Luxury Branding
This color evokes luxury and mystery. It would fit perfectly in designs in the beauty segment for make-up packaging, spas or luxury hotels. Combine it with golden elements and white text to add to this feeling of luxury and mystery.