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#1F0179 — Navy

#1F0179 is a dark saturated purple sitting at 255° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.

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Tints and shades of #1F0179

Color schemes using #1F0179

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

complementary

Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.

split complementary

A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.

triadic

Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.

tetradic

Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.

monochromatic

A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.

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#1F0179 FAQ

What color is #1F0179?

#1F0179 is a shade of navy in the purple family. It has a hue of 255 degrees, 98% saturation and 24% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #1F0179?

#1F0179 is rgb(31, 1, 121) in RGB, hsl(255, 98%, 24%) in HSL, and cmyk(74%, 99%, 0%, 53%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #1F0179?

White text on this background reaches 15.69:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.34:1.

What colors go well with #1F0179?

Its direct complement is #5B7901. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #795B01 and #1F7901 gives you contrast without the vibration.