Russian Violet

HEX: #32174D | Modern Palette

On White
15.38:1
PASS
On Black
1.37:1
FAIL

Color Specifications

HEX
#32174D
RGB
50, 23, 77
HSL
270°, 70% ,30%
CMYK
35.06, 70.13, 0, 69.8

About Russian Violet

Russian Violet (#32174D) is a color with RGB(50, 23, 77) and HSL(270°, 70.13%, 30.2%). In design, it fits Vivid styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #324D17, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #4D3217 and #174D32. The name comes from Russian Violet (English).

  • HEX: #32174D
  • RGB: 50, 23, 77
  • HSL: 270°, 70.13%, 30.2%
  • Style: Vivid
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #324D17
  • Triadic colors: #4D3217, #174D32
  • The name comes from Russian Violet (English).

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Color Palettes

Russian Violet #32174D is used in Monochromatic, Neutral + Accent, Analogous, 3 + 1 + 1 palettes, giving designers ready-made combinations for backgrounds, surfaces, accents, and interface elements.

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
RUSSIAN VIOLET
 
 
 
 
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
 
 
RUSSIAN VIOLET
 
 
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
 
 
 
 
 
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.
 
 
 
 
 

Color Harmonies

Russian Violet #32174D pairs with #324D17 as its complementary color, and #4D3217 and #174D32 in triadic combinations. These harmony relationships help create balanced color combinations for UI, branding, and design work.

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

RUSSIAN VIOLET
Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

RUSSIAN VIOLET
Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

RUSSIAN VIOLET
Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

RUSSIAN VIOLET
Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

RUSSIAN VIOLET
Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

RUSSIAN VIOLET

Shades & Tints

The shade and tint range for Russian Violet #32174D moves from dark #0D0614 tones through the base color to lighter #F2EBF9 tones, making it useful for depth, hierarchy, and background variation.

RUSSIAN VIOLET

Color Characteristics

Mood
Style
Vivid
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #21214D
Protanopia #1B1B4D
Tritanopia #2A2323
Achromatopsia #252525

Frequently Asked Questions

Russian Violet (#32174D) is a color with RGB(50, 23, 77) and HSL(270°, 70.13%, 30.2%).

#32174D pairs strongly with #324D17 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#32174D is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Vivid styles.

The name Russian Violet is linked to Russian Violet from English, meaning A shade of violet associated with Russia, possibly due to specific flowers or artistic representations..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Russian Violet
Meaning A shade of violet associated with Russia, possibly due to specific flowers or artistic representations.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 19th to Early 20th Century

History

The naming of colors often reflects cultural associations, geographical origins, or popular trends. 'Russian Violet' likely gained its name due to an association with a particular shade of violet prevalent or popular in Russia, perhaps in textiles, imperial regalia, or specific flora. Violets themselves have a long history of symbolism, often associated with royalty, spirituality, and mourning. The 'Russian' qualifier adds a specific nuance, distinguishing it from other violet shades like 'French Violet' or 'Imperial Violet'. It's a relatively deep, muted violet, which might evoke the somber yet rich tones often found in Russian art or historical garments.

First Recorded Use

The exact first documented use of 'Russian Violet' as a specific color name is difficult to pinpoint precisely, but color naming conventions linking specific places to hues became more common in the late 19th and early 20th centuries with the rise of standardized color charts and commercial dyes. It likely emerged in fashion or art contexts.

Cultural Associations

While not as globally recognized as 'Parisian Blue' or 'Prussian Blue', 'Russian Violet' fits into a pattern of naming colors after places. It might subtly evoke images of Russian Orthodox iconography (where deep purples and violets are common), imperial splendor, or the hardy, deep-colored flowers found in colder climates. It doesn't carry strong negative or positive connotations beyond the general symbolism of violet, which can range from luxury and spirituality to melancholy and introspection.

Similar Named Colors
Deep Violet #330066 ΔE 7.66
Dark Purple #301934 ΔE 8.16
Midnight Blue #191970 ΔE 9.30
Persian Indigo #32127A ΔE 9.39

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #32174D;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #32174D;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #32174D;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #32174D,
        #4D8317
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #32174D,
        #4D8317
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$russian-violet: #32174D;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$russian-violet-r: 50;
$russian-violet-g: 23;
$russian-violet-b: 77;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $russian-violet;
    color: rgba($russian-violet-r, $russian-violet-g, $russian-violet-b, 0.8);
}