Color: #42247C
#42247C Color Information
#42247C is a dark color. The closest websafe version is #42247C. A complement of this color would be #5E7B24, perceived brightness is 0.22, and the grayscale version is #505050.
In the HSL color space, this color has a hue angle of 260°,a saturation of 55%, and a lightness of 31%.The HSV representation shows a hue of 260°, a saturation of 71%, and a value of 49%.
In a RGB color space, #42247C is composed of 26% red, 14% green and 49% blue. Whereas in a CMYK color space, it is composed of 47% cyan, 71% magenta, 0% yellow and 51% black.
In the Yxy color space, this color is represented as Y: 3.70, x: 0.2446, and y: 0.1524.
Color Code #42247C
Shades of Color #42247C
Shades are created by darkening the original color #42247C in equal steps from 0% to 90%. These shades are perfect for creating depth and contrast in your designs. Use them to add visual hierarchy or highlight specific elements in your projects.
Tints of Color #42247C
Tints are created by lightening the original color #42247C in equal steps from 0% to 90%, ending with pure white. These tints are ideal for creating soft backgrounds, subtle highlights, or cohesive UI elements that complement your designs.
About #42247C Color Code
In the HSL color space, this color has a hue angle of 260°, a saturation of 55%, and a lightness of 31%. The HSV representation shows a hue of 260°, a saturation of 71%, and a value of 49%.
- HEX: #42247C
- RGB: rgb(66, 36, 124)
- HSL: hsl(260, 55%, 31%)
- HSV: hsv(260, 71%, 49%)
- CMYK: 47.00% cyan, 71.00% magenta, 0.00% yellow, 51.00% black
- XYZ: 5.94, 3.70, 14.64
- Yxy: 3.70, 0.2446, 0.1524
- Hunter Lab: 22.65, 30.87, -45.75
- CIE-Lab: 22.65, 30.87, -45.75
In the XYZ color space, this color is represented as X: 5.94, Y: 3.70, Z: 14.64. The Yxy representation further refines this as Y: 3.70, x: 0.2446, and y: 0.1524.
In the Hunter Lab color space, this color is represented as L: 22.65, a: 30.87, and b: -45.75. Similarly, in the CIE-Lab color space, it is represented as L: 22.65, a: 30.87, and b: -45.75.
Use these color codes in your CSS, design tools, or anywhere you need to specify a color. You can also explore its shades and tints for more creative options.
Triadic Colors of #42247C
Triadic colors are three colors evenly spaced around the color wheel, including #42247C. They create vibrant and balanced color schemes, perfect for designs that need contrast and harmony.
Monochromatic Colors of #42247C
Monochromatic colors are variations of #42247C, including its shades, tints, and tones. They create elegant and minimalistic designs with a unified color theme.
Complementary Color of #42247C
The complementary color of #42247C is opposite it on the color wheel. Complementary colors provide strong contrast and are ideal for designs that need visual impact and attention.
CSS Examples of #42247C
/* Using HEX */ body { background-color: #42247c; }
/* Using RGB */ body { background-color: rgb(66, 36, 124); }
/* Using RGB with opacity */ body { background-color: rgba(66, 36, 124, 0.5); }
/* Using HSL */ body { background-color: hsl(260, 55%, 31%); }
/* Text color */ p { color: #42247c; }
/* Box shadow */ div { box-shadow: 4px 4px #42247c; }
/* Border color */ .box { border: 4px solid #42247c; }
/* Text shadow */ h1 { color: #222; text-shadow: 2px 2px 0 #42247c; }
/* Background with text */ div { background: #42247c; color: #fff; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; }
HTML Examples of #42247C
<!-- Using HEX --> <div style="background-color: #42247c; width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Using RGB --> <div style="background-color: rgb(66, 36, 124); width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Using RGB with opacity --> <div style="background-color: rgba(66, 36, 124, 0.5); width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Using HSL --> <div style="background-color: hsl(260, 55%, 31%); width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Text color --> <p style="color: #42247c;">This is a text example.</p>
<!-- Box shadow --> <div style="box-shadow: 4px 4px #42247c; width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Border color --> <div style="border: 4px solid #42247c; width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Text shadow --> <h1 style="color: #222; text-shadow: 2px 2px 0 #42247c;">Text Shadow Preview</h1>
<!-- Background with text --> <div style="background: #42247c; color: #fff; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px;"> #42247C </div>
Related Colors of #42247C
These colors are similar to #42247C, with slight variations in hue. Use them to create harmonious designs or explore alternative shades for your projects.