Mardi Gras

#2E0232

General Information about #2E0232

#2E0232, also known as Mardi Gras, is a deep, rich purple hue that evokes feelings of luxury, mystery, and sophistication. It belongs to the purple color family and has a relatively low luminance value, making it a darker shade. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 18.04% red, 0.78% green, and 19.61% blue. Its hexadecimal representation is #2E0232. This color is often associated with royalty, creativity, and spirituality. Due to its depth and intensity, it's frequently used in designs aiming to convey elegance, drama, or a sense of the unknown. When used effectively, #2E0232 can add a touch of opulence and intrigue to various applications, ranging from web design to fashion. It is a versatile color that can be incorporated into several themes.

The hex color #2E0232 presents challenges in terms of accessibility, particularly for text-based content. Its low luminance value means it offers insufficient contrast against both white and black backgrounds, making it difficult for users with visual impairments to read text rendered in this color. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast is crucial for readability. To improve accessibility, consider using lighter shades for text or interactive elements. When used as a background color, pair #2E0232 with a very light foreground color to meet contrast ratio requirements. Always test color combinations with accessibility tools to ensure compliance and optimal readability for all users, including those with color blindness or low vision. For instance, a white (#FFFFFF) text on a #2E0232 background would likely fail accessibility tests. Careful consideration is needed to ensure inclusive design.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
46 2 50
RGB46 2 50
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
295deg 92.31% 10.2%
29592.3110.2HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
295deg 0.78% 80.39%
2950.7880.39HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2E0232
rgb46 2 50
hsl295deg 92.31% 10.2%
cmyk8% 96% 0% 80.39%
hwb295deg 0.78% 80.39%
xyz-d650.02 0.01 0.03
oklch0.2175 0.0968 324.43
oklab0.2175 0.08 -0.06
CMYK
8% 96% 0% 80.39%
896080.39CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.01 0.03
0.020.010.03XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2175 0.0968 324.43
0.21750.0968324.43LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2175 0.08 -0.06
0.21750.08-0.06LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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