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DarkViolet and DodgerBlue

Contrasting color combination with 2.03:1 contrast ratio

#9400D3
#1E90FF

Color Values

DarkViolet
HEX #9400D3
RGB 148, 0, 211
HSL 282, 100%, 41%
DodgerBlue
HEX #1E90FF
RGB 30, 144, 255
HSL 210, 100%, 56%

Harmony: Contrasting

These colors sit far enough apart on the wheel to create clear contrast without falling into a named harmony. The pairing works through difference rather than relationship, which suits designs that want variety over cohesion.

The hue angle between DarkViolet and DodgerBlue is 72 degrees. You can explore these relationships interactively in our Color Wheel Tool.

WCAG Contrast

2.03:1
DarkViolet background with DodgerBlue text
Below AA — decorative use only

UI Preview

DarkViolet surface

Sample text on a darkviolet background demonstrates readability and visual hierarchy.

DodgerBlue surface

Sample text on a dodgerblue background demonstrates readability and visual hierarchy.

Design Tokens

CSS Variables

:root {
  --color-a: #9400D3;
  --color-b: #1E90FF;
  --color-a-rgb: 148, 0, 211;
  --color-b-rgb: 30, 144, 255;
}

JSON

{
  "name": "DarkViolet and DodgerBlue",
  "colors": [
    {
      "name": "DarkViolet",
      "hex": "#9400D3",
      "rgb": [
        148,
        0,
        211
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "DodgerBlue",
      "hex": "#1E90FF",
      "rgb": [
        30,
        144,
        255
      ]
    }
  ],
  "harmony": "Contrasting",
  "contrastRatio": 2.03
}

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do darkviolet and dodgerblue go together?

Yes. DarkViolet and DodgerBlue form a contrasting color combination. These colors sit far enough apart on the wheel to create clear contrast without falling into a named harmony. The pairing works through difference rather than relationship, which suits designs that want variety over cohesion. The pairing has a WCAG contrast ratio of 2.03:1, which is below the AA threshold for text — use it for decorative purposes rather than text readability.

What is the contrast ratio between darkviolet and dodgerblue?

The WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio between DarkViolet (#9400D3) and DodgerBlue (#1E90FF) is 2.03:1. This ratio is below AA. Use the pairing for backgrounds, borders, and decorative elements rather than text-on-background combinations.

How do I use darkviolet and dodgerblue in design?

A safe starting point is the 60/30/10 rule: give one color about 60 percent of the surface area, the other about 30 percent, and reserve the remaining 10 percent for an accent or neutral. If one color is significantly darker, use it for text or structural elements and the lighter one for backgrounds. Test the result with our Contrast Checker if text is involved.

What are the hex and RGB values for darkviolet and dodgerblue?

DarkViolet has the hex code #9400D3 and RGB values rgb(148, 0, 211). DodgerBlue has the hex code #1E90FF and RGB values rgb(30, 144, 255). You can copy these directly into CSS or use the design tokens provided on this page.