Violet Console is a monochromatic color palette tagged tech, dark, minimal. A monochromatic set: the same hue family from Obsidian down to Lavender. Saturation is moderate, which keeps it flexible for both interfaces and print. The overall temperature is cool.
Color codes click any value to copy
| Swatch | Name | HEX | RGB | HSL | OKLCH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obsidian | #0B0A12 | rgb(11, 10, 18) | hsl(248, 29%, 5%) | oklch(15.0% 0.017 290) | |
| Iron | #393751 | rgb(57, 55, 81) | hsl(245, 19%, 27%) | oklch(35.0% 0.045 287) | |
| Cornflower | #A78BFA | rgb(167, 139, 250) | hsl(255, 92%, 76%) | oklch(70.9% 0.159 294) | |
| Lavender | #ECE9FE | rgb(236, 233, 254) | hsl(249, 91%, 95%) | oklch(94.3% 0.028 292) |
Why it works and how to use it
The palette holds together thanks to its monochromatic hue relationship and a strong light-to-dark ladder (95% down to 5% lightness). A natural fit for a SaaS landing page or dashboard.
- Background: Lavender (#ECE9FE) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Obsidian (#0B0A12) on #ECE9FE gives 16.55:1, passing WCAG AAA.
- Primary: Cornflower (#A78BFA) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links with a border or a darker shade for contrast.
- Accent: Iron (#393751) for highlights, badges and hover states.
3 of 6 color pairs pass WCAG AA (4.5:1); the strongest is Obsidian on Lavender at 16.55:1.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Violet Console
A palette preview that turns four colors into a page, so you can judge hierarchy, contrast and mood before you commit.
Primary action SecondaryColor blindness simulation
Color-blind check: all four colors stay distinguishable under protanopia, deuteranopia and tritanopia.
Contrast check WCAG ratios between palette colors
| Pair | Sample | Ratio | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
#0B0A12 on #ECE9FE | Aa | 16.55:1 | AAA |
#393751 on #ECE9FE | Aa | 9.6:1 | AAA |
#0B0A12 on #A78BFA | Aa | 7.24:1 | AAA |
#393751 on #A78BFA | Aa | 4.2:1 | AA large only |
#A78BFA on #ECE9FE | Aa | 2.29:1 | Fail |
#0B0A12 on #393751 | Aa | 1.72:1 | Fail |