When Stifled Basalt for Scarring

#452263 RGB(69,34,99)

About this color

When Stifled Basalt for Scarring is a dark violet with a moderate character, positioned at #452263 on the color spectrum.

#452263RGB(69, 34, 99)

HSL 272° · 49% saturation · 26% 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 formats

Name
When Stifled Basalt for Scarring
HEX
#452263
RGB
rgb(69,34,99)
RGB%
rgb(27.1%,13.3%,38.8%)
HSL
hsl(272,49%,26%)
HSV
hsv(272,66%,39%)
CMYK
cmyk(30,66,0,61)
LAB
lab(21,30,-32)
LCH
lch(21,44,313)
sRGB
(0.271,0.133,0.388)
HEX8
#452263ff
CSS Name
Decimal
069034099

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Color info

Lightness
26%
Saturation
49%
Hue
272°
Chroma
44
Temperature
WarmCool
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