Scorched Basalt down Stagnating

#311966 RGB(49,25,102)

About this color

Scorched Basalt down Stagnating is a dark violet with a vivid character, positioned at #311966 on the color spectrum.

#311966RGB(49, 25, 102)

HSL 259° · 61% saturation · 25% 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
Scorched Basalt down Stagnating
HEX
#311966
RGB
rgb(49,25,102)
RGB%
rgb(19.2%,9.8%,40%)
HSL
hsl(259,61%,25%)
HSV
hsv(259,75%,40%)
CMYK
cmyk(52,75,0,60)
LAB
lab(17,32,-41)
LCH
lch(17,52,308)
sRGB
(0.192,0.098,0.4)
HEX8
#311966ff
CSS Name
Decimal
049025102

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Color info

Lightness
25%
Saturation
61%
Hue
259°
Chroma
52
Temperature
WarmCool
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