Color: Blue Violet
Complete color information and conversion tools for Blue Violet
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Test Blue Violet for accessibility compliance and color contrast ratios.
Basic Contrast Ratios
WCAG 2.1 Compliance
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Required ratio: 3:1
Required ratio: 7:1
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Usage Recommendations
⚠ Good for accessibility
This color meets AA standards. Use with white text for best results.
Recommended text color: Use #FFFFFF text for optimal readability on Blue Violet backgrounds.
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About Blue Violet Color
The Blue Violet color (#8A2BE2) is a purple color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Blue Violet, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Blue Violet has the hexadecimal code #8A2BE2 and RGB values of 138, 43, 226. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 271°, saturation of 76%, and lightness of 53%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Blue Violet.
Associated Emotions
Luxury, creativity, mystery, spirituality, wisdom
Symbolism & Meaning
Royalty, nobility, elegance, magic, imagination
Marketing & Branding
Premium products, beauty, anti-aging, creative services
Learn how to effectively use Blue Violet in various design contexts.
Web Design
- • Headers
- • Links
- • Corporate themes
- • Trust indicators
- • Professional layouts
Interior Design
- • Bedrooms
- • Bathrooms
- • Office spaces
- • Coastal themes
Graphic Design
- • Corporate branding
- • Healthcare materials
- • Technology themes
- • Professional presentations
Fashion & Clothing
- • Business attire
- • Denim
- • Formal wear
- • Casual shirts
Complete technical details and color space information for Blue Violet.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Blue Violet.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Blue Violet in your designs, consider its psychological impact and cultural associations. This color works well in web design, branding, and marketing materials and can be effectively paired with complementary colors to create striking visual compositions.
Accessibility Considerations
When using Blue Violet as a text or background color, ensure sufficient contrast ratios for accessibility compliance. Test your color combinations against WCAG guidelines to ensure readability for all users.