Bastille

#291E28

General Information

The hexadecimal color code #291E28 represents a dark, muted shade of purple, often described as a deep, dusky eggplant or a blackened amethyst. It is composed of 16.1% red, 11.8% green, and 15.7% blue. In the RGB color space, it lies closer to the black end of the spectrum, making it a color with low luminance. This color is frequently used to evoke feelings of mystery, sophistication, and elegance. In color psychology, dark purple hues are often associated with royalty, wisdom, and introspection. Its muted nature makes it suitable for backgrounds, accents, and designs where a subtle, yet impactful color is desired, adding depth without overwhelming the overall aesthetic.

The color #291E28, also known as Bastille, presents some accessibility challenges, especially concerning color contrast. When used as a background color, it requires very light text to ensure readability. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text, as per WCAG guidelines. Using tools to check color contrast is crucial to meet accessibility standards. For users with visual impairments, the low luminance can make it difficult to distinguish elements. Therefore, careful consideration and testing with different text sizes and weights are essential when incorporating this color into web designs or user interfaces. Providing alternative high-contrast themes can also significantly improve accessibility for a broader audience.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
41 30 40
RGB41 30 40
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
305.45 15.49% 13.92%
305.4515.4913.92HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
305.45 11.76% 83.92%
305.4511.7683.92HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#291E28
rgb41 30 40
hsl305.45 15.49% 13.92%
cmyk0% 26.83% 2.44% 83.92%
hwb305.45 11.76% 83.92%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.02
oklch0.2524 0.0246 329.24
oklab0.2524 0.02 -0.01
CMYK
0% 26.83% 2.44% 83.92%
026.832.4483.92CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.02
0.020.020.02XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2524 0.0246 329.24
0.25240.0246329.24LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2524 0.02 -0.01
0.25240.02-0.01LAB
Lightness
Green–Red
Blue–Yellow

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