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Aubergine (#3B0910)

Luminance: 1% · Nearest standard name: Aubergine

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AUBERGINE
#3B0910
rgb(59, 9, 16) · hsl(352°, 74%, 13%)
HEX#3B0910
RGB59, 9, 16
HSL352°, 74%, 13%
HSV / HSB352°, 85%, 23%
CMYK (Print)0%, 85%, 73%, 77%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#3B0910#093A33

Analogous

#3A0928#3B0910#3A1B09

Triadic

#3B0910#0F3A09#090F3A

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints
Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)17.04:1

Sample text rendered with #3B0910 on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS
Against Dark (#0F172A)1.05:1

Sample text rendered with #3B0910 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Aubergine (#3B0910)

Aubergine (#3B0910) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 1% and a warm 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#3B0910
RGB Space59, 9, 16
HSL Values352°, 74%, 13%
HSV / HSB352°, 85%, 23%
CMYK Ink0%, 85%, 73%, 77%
TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Aubergine

Geometric intervals calculated from #3B0910 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#093A33

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Aubergine with its polar opposite (#093A33) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#3A0928 · #3A1B09

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#093A1B · #09283A

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#0F3A09 · #090F3A

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#283A09 · #093A33 · #1B093A

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 Aubergine

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 13%, Aubergine (#3B0910) 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

Radiates high energy, urgency, passionate emotion, and dramatic visual power. Commands immediate human attention.

Optimal Industry Verticals

E-Commerce Flash Sales, Fitness Apparel, Gaming HUDs, Food & Beverage. Combining Aubergine with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Aubergine

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS
:root {
  --color-3b0910: #3B0910;
  --color-3b0910-rgb: 59, 9, 16;
  --color-3b0910-hsl: 352deg 74% 13%;
}
tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS
module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '3b0910': '#3B0910',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aubergine (#3B0910)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Aubergine (#3B0910)?
Aubergine is defined by the HEX code #3B0910. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:59, G:9, B:16. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:352°, Saturation:74%, Lightness:13%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 352°, 85%, 23%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:85%, Y:73%, K:77%.
Does Aubergine (#3B0910) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?
Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Aubergine achieves a contrast ratio of 17.04:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 1.05:1 (Failing WCAG AA).
What is the direct complementary color for Aubergine (#3B0910)?
The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #3B0910 is #093A33. When placed side-by-side, #3B0910 and #093A33 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.
What is the recommended role for Aubergine in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?
With a deep, low lightness of 13%, Aubergine (#3B0910) 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 Aubergine into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?
You can define Aubergine in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #3B0910; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Aubergine using our interactive Color Palette Generator.
Which color family does Aubergine (#3B0910) belong to?
Aubergine belongs to the Rose & Red family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Rose & Red Color Guide.