Jacksons Purple

#2A2391

General Information about Jackson's Purple

The hexadecimal color #2A2391, also recognized as Jackson's Purple, is a captivating shade of deep violet with a strong blue undertone. It resides within the blue-purple color spectrum and is perceived as a cool color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 16.47% red, 13.73% green, and 56.86% blue. The CMYK color model breaks it down into 71% cyan, 76% magenta, 0% yellow, and 43% black. This striking color evokes feelings of mystery, sophistication, and creativity. Its name 'Jackson's Purple' adds a touch of historical or cultural significance, potentially linked to a person or place that is known for or associated with the color purple. It is not a very commonly used color, making it unique.

The hex color #2A2391, also known as Jackson's Purple, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly in text-based applications. Due to its relatively low lightness value, it may not provide sufficient contrast against lighter backgrounds, potentially making it difficult for users with visual impairments to read text rendered in this color. When using this color for text, it's crucial to ensure a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 against the background color, as recommended by WCAG guidelines. A lighter background, such as a pale yellow or a very light gray, could improve readability. Conversely, if used as a background color, light-colored text, like white or a very light yellow, would be necessary to ensure sufficient contrast. Careful consideration is required to ensure that this color is used responsibly and inclusively in designs to cater to a diverse audience, especially those with visual sensitivities or impairments.

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RGB
42 35 145
RGB42 35 145
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
243.82 61.11% 35.29%
243.8261.1135.29HSL
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Saturation
Lightness
HWB
243.82 13.73% 43.14%
243.8213.7343.14HWB
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Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2A2391
rgb42 35 145
hsl243.82 61.11% 35.29%
cmyk71.03% 75.86% 0% 43.14%
hwb243.82 13.73% 43.14%
xyz6.67 3.74 27.16
CMYK
71.03% 75.86% 0% 43.14%
71.0375.86043.14CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ
6.67 3.74 27.16
6.673.7427.16XYZ
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Y
Z

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