Desolate Ash in Faltering

#211f26 RGB(33,31,38)

About this color

Desolate Ash in Faltering settles into a deep violet territory with a muted quality that feels cool — captured at #211f26, RGB(33, 31, 38).

#211f26RGB(33, 31, 38)

HSL 257° · 10% saturation · 14% lightness

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Psychology

At deep values violet feels rich and contemplative — a colour of ceremony and introspection.

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History

Violet's rarity in nature made it a colour of mystery and spirituality across many traditions — it appears at the outermost edge of the visible spectrum.

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Design use

From a design perspective, this shade excels as a primary background in dark themes, a strong border or divider, or a headline colour against a light surface. Combine with lighter tints of the same hue for a cohesive palette.

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Colour pairings

Looking at colour relationships, violet finds its complement in yellow-green — a combination that feels both botanical and somewhat surreal. Softer companions include warm greys, dusty pinks, and aged golds.

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Color Categories

Color formats

Name
Desolate Ash in Faltering
HEX
#211f26
RGB
rgb(33,31,38)
RGB%
rgb(12.9%,12.2%,14.9%)
HSL
hsl(257,10%,14%)
HSV
hsv(257,18%,15%)
CMYK
cmyk(13,18,0,85)
LAB
lab(12,3,-4)
LCH
lch(12,5,307)
sRGB
(0.129,0.122,0.149)
HEX8
#211f26ff
CSS Name
Decimal
033031038

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Color info

Lightness
14%
Saturation
10%
Hue
257°
Chroma
5
Temperature
WarmCool
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