Aubergine

#2F0511

General Information about Aubergine

The hex color #2F0511, also known as Aubergine, is a dark, muted shade of purple-red. It evokes feelings of sophistication, luxury, and mystery. In the RGB color model, #2F0511 is composed of 18.43% red, 1.96% green, and 6.67% blue. In the CMYK color model, it consists of 0% cyan, 89.47% magenta, 63.16% yellow, and 81.57% black. This color is often associated with elegance, creativity, and royalty. Its dark undertones make it suitable for creating a sense of depth and intimacy, while its purple hues bring a touch of sophistication. Aubergine can be used effectively in both digital and print media to convey a sense of luxury and refinement, provided that it is used carefully with contrast in mind.

The color #2F0511, a deep aubergine, presents accessibility challenges due to its low luminance. When used as text, it requires a light background to ensure sufficient contrast for readability, adhering to WCAG guidelines for minimum contrast ratios. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Using this color for interactive elements like buttons or links necessitates careful consideration of focus indicators, making sure they are clearly distinguishable. Additionally, avoid using this color alone to convey crucial information, as users with visual impairments might not perceive it effectively. Instead, combine it with text labels or icons to guarantee inclusive communication. Adequate testing with accessibility evaluation tools is crucial to validate the color scheme's compliance and ensure a positive user experience for all individuals.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
47 5 17
RGB47 5 17
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
342.86deg 80.77% 10.2%
342.8680.7710.2HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
342.86deg 1.96% 81.57%
342.861.9681.57HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2F0511
rgb47 5 17
hsl342.86deg 80.77% 10.2%
cmyk0% 89.36% 63.83% 81.57%
hwb342.86deg 1.96% 81.57%
xyz-d650.01 0.01 0.01
oklch0.2049 0.0689 8.06
oklab0.2049 0.07 0.01
CMYK
0% 89.36% 63.83% 81.57%
089.3663.8381.57CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.01 0.01 0.01
0.010.010.01XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2049 0.0689 8.06
0.20490.06898.06LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2049 0.07 0.01
0.20490.070.01LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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