Color: Indigo
Complete color information and conversion tools for Indigo
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Test Indigo 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
✓ Excellent for accessibility
This color meets AAA standards and is suitable for all text sizes and UI elements.
Recommended text color: Use #FFFFFF text for optimal readability on Indigo backgrounds.
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About Indigo Color
The Indigo color (#4B0082) is a purple color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Indigo, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Indigo has the hexadecimal code #4B0082 and RGB values of 75, 0, 130. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 275°, saturation of 100%, and lightness of 25%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Indigo.
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 Indigo 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 Indigo.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Indigo.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Indigo 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 Indigo 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.