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Elderberry (#251D3A)

Luminance: 2% · Nearest standard name: Elderberry

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ELDERBERRY
#251D3A
rgb(37, 29, 58) · hsl(257°, 33%, 17%)
HEX#251D3A
RGB37, 29, 58
HSL257°, 33%, 17%
HSV / HSB257°, 50%, 23%
CMYK (Print)36%, 50%, 0%, 77%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#251D3A#323A1D

Analogous

#1D233A#251D3A#331D3A

Triadic

#251D3A#3A251D#1D3A25

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints
Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)15.96:1

Sample text rendered with #251D3A on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS
Against Dark (#0F172A)1.12:1

Sample text rendered with #251D3A on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Elderberry (#251D3A)

Elderberry (#251D3A) is a distinct shade within the Purple chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 2% and a cool color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#251D3A
RGB Space37, 29, 58
HSL Values257°, 33%, 17%
HSV / HSB257°, 50%, 23%
CMYK Ink36%, 50%, 0%, 77%
TemperatureCool

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Elderberry

Geometric intervals calculated from #251D3A on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#323A1D

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Elderberry with its polar opposite (#323A1D) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#1D233A · #331D3A

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Elderberry for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#3A331D · #233A1D

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Elderberry, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#3A251D · #1D3A25

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#3A1D23 · #323A1D · #1D3A33

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

Interactive Exploration

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Elderberry

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: High-Contrast Dark Canvas / Typographic Anchor (30% to 60% Volume)

With a deep, low lightness of 17%, Elderberry (#251D3A) provides structural weight for primary headings, body copy, and dark mode background canvases, delivering superior readability against light elements.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges
Dark Mode AdaptationOptimal dark canvas backdrop
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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Evokes creative imagination, high-tech futurism, luxury, and opulence. Captivates attention with an aura of boundary-pushing intellect.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Generative AI Platforms, Creative Studios, Web3 Crypto, Luxury Beauty. Combining Elderberry with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Elderberry

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS
:root {
  --color-251d3a: #251D3A;
  --color-251d3a-rgb: 37, 29, 58;
  --color-251d3a-hsl: 257deg 33% 17%;
}
tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS
module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '251d3a': '#251D3A',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Elderberry (#251D3A)

Authoritative answers covering Elderberry color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Elderberry (#251D3A)?
Elderberry is defined by the HEX code #251D3A. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:37, G:29, B:58. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:257°, Saturation:33%, Lightness:17%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 257°, 50%, 23%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:36%, M:50%, Y:0%, K:77%.
Does Elderberry (#251D3A) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?
Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Elderberry achieves a contrast ratio of 15.96:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 1.12:1 (Failing WCAG AA).
What is the direct complementary color for Elderberry (#251D3A)?
The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #251D3A is #323A1D. When placed side-by-side, #251D3A and #323A1D create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.
What is the recommended role for Elderberry in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?
With a deep, low lightness of 17%, Elderberry (#251D3A) provides structural weight for primary headings, body copy, and dark mode background canvases, delivering superior readability against light elements.
How can I copy and export Elderberry into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?
You can define Elderberry in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #251D3A; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Elderberry using our interactive Color Palette Generator.
Which color family does Elderberry (#251D3A) belong to?
Elderberry belongs to the Purple family (Cool spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Purple Color Guide.