COLOR
#2A1A35
≈ Midnight Velvet
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On white
Aa
16.18:1
Passes AAA
On black
Aa
1.08:1
Fails AA
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Aa#FFFFFF(16.18:1)
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Normal vision#2A1A35
Protanopia#142036
Deuteranopia#182134
Tritanopia#291E25
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Colors that go with Midnight Velvet
Midnight Velvet sits in the purple family. Pair it with gold or cream for a luxe pairing, or soft grey for a modern one, or lean into its harmonies below for a ready-made scheme.
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Colour nameMidnight Velvet#2A2243ΔE 4.3CSS nameMidnightblue#191970ΔE 15.6Web-safe#330033#330033ΔE 9.1
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Midnight Velvet — meaning & where to use it
Midnight Velvet is a deep, shadowy purple — it reads as creative, luxurious and imaginative. It's a natural fit for beauty, premium and creative brands. To keep it balanced, pair it with gold or cream for a luxe pairing, or soft grey for a modern one.
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