Deep Space Color Psychology & Meaning
Deep space is the near-black between stars, lit by the pale blue of distant galaxies. The palette reads as vast, serious, and the specific humility of looking at the night sky.
#05050A
#1A1A2A
#3A3A5A
#8A8AB0
Background
Primary Accent
Secondary
Body Text
Deep Space Color Palette
#05050A · #1A1A2A · #3A3A5A · #8A8AB0
AA
WCAG Grade
6.1:1
Contrast Ratio
1,550
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Use #05050A as the background. Use #1A1A2A as the primary accent. Use #3A3A5A as secondary. Use #8A8AB0 as body text/supporting color. Palette mood: Deep Space — cosmic, dark, vast.
Hex Codes, RGB & CMYK Color Values
Technical breakdown for the Deep Space color scheme. Use these values for web design (HEX/RGB), print projects (CMYK), or specialized design software (HSL).
| Swatch | Design Role | HEX | RGB | CMYK | HSL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Background Luminance: 0.2% | 5, 5, 10 | 50%, 50%, 0%, 96% | 240°, 33%, 3% | ||
| Primary Accent Luminance: 1.1% | 26, 26, 42 | 38%, 38%, 0%, 84% | 240°, 24%, 13% | ||
| Secondary Luminance: 4.7% | 58, 58, 90 | 36%, 36%, 0%, 65% | 240°, 22%, 29% | ||
| Body Text Luminance: 26.7% | 138, 138, 176 | 22%, 22%, 0%, 31% | 240°, 19%, 62% |
Deep Space Tints & Shades
Hover states, borders and elevation need lighter and darker steps of your base colors. Here are computed tints and shades for every color in the Deep Space palette — click any swatch to copy its hex.
#05050A gently saturated blue
#1A1A2A muted blue
#3A3A5A muted blue
#8A8AB0 muted blue
Deep Space Palette Contrast Matrix (WCAG 2.1)
Every color tested as text on every other color as background. Body copy needs 4.5:1 (AA), large text and UI components 3:1. AAA requires 7:1.
| Text on Background | Preview | Ratio | Grade | Safe For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #8A8AB0 on #05050A |
Aa Sample Text
| 6.14:1 | AA | Body text, UI |
| #05050A on #8A8AB0 |
Aa Sample Text
| 6.14:1 | AA | Body text, UI |
| #8A8AB0 on #1A1A2A |
Aa Sample Text
| 5.18:1 | AA | Body text, UI |
| #1A1A2A on #8A8AB0 |
Aa Sample Text
| 5.18:1 | AA | Body text, UI |
| #8A8AB0 on #3A3A5A |
Aa Sample Text
| 3.28:1 | Fail | Large headings, UI components |
| #3A3A5A on #8A8AB0 |
Aa Sample Text
| 3.28:1 | Fail | Large headings, UI components |
| #3A3A5A on #05050A |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.87:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #05050A on #3A3A5A |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.87:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #3A3A5A on #1A1A2A |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.58:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #1A1A2A on #3A3A5A |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.58:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #1A1A2A on #05050A |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.19:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #05050A on #1A1A2A |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.19:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
Color Harmony: Analogous Scheme
The Deep Space palette is built using a analogous relationship between its hues. This ensures that even with high-contrast accents, the overall scheme feels balanced and intentional.
Hue Wheel
A analogous palette is often preferred by professional designers because it creates a calm, serene atmosphere by using neighboring colors.
History & Design Context
The James Webb Space Telescope and the Hubble images revealed that deep space is not empty but glowing with galaxies and nebulae. The deep blue-black of space photography has become one of the most reproduced images in science.
Best Design Use Cases
Use the near-black for backgrounds, the deep blue for surfaces, and the mid blue for accents. The pale lavender works for text and star-inspired highlights.
Industries This Palette Suits
Space science, astronomy, aerospace, premium tech, film, meditation and focus apps.
Colors That Pair Well With Deep Space
Need a fifth color? These three companions are computed from the palette's own hue positions on the color wheel, so they extend the scheme without breaking its harmony.
yellow
directly opposite #1A1A2A on the wheel — the strongest accent for CTAs and highlights when you need maximum energy
violet
30° beside #1A1A2A — a calm secondary that extends the palette without adding tension
tinted neutral
a paper-white carrying the palette's own hue — perfect for surfaces and dividers
Using Deep Space Without Breaking Accessibility
- Avoid #1A1A2A for small UI elements on #05050A — at 1.2:1 it misses the 3:1 WCAG threshold; darken it with a shade from the ramp below.
- Set body text in #8A8AB0 — 6.1:1 against #05050A passes WCAG AA (AA) for long-form reading.
- Let #3A3A5A carry sidebars, cards and footers — at a mid lightness it separates zones without stealing focus from #1A1A2A.
How to Implement the Deep Space Color Scheme
To use this Deep Space color palette in your web project, you can copy the following CSS variables or Tailwind CSS configuration. These roles ensure your UI maintains accessibility and visual hierarchy.
Option 1: CSS Variables
:root {
/* {name} Palette - ihatecolors.com */{'
'} --color-bg: {colors[0]};{'
'} --color-primary: {colors[1]};{'
'} --color-secondary: {colors[2]};{'
'} --color-text: {colors[3]};{'
'} {'}'}Web Design Tip
Use #05050A for the main background and #1A1A2A for primary buttons. This creates a high-contrast focal point.
Accessibility Note
The contrast ratio between #8A8AB0 and #05050A is 6.14:1 (AA). Ensure your body text remains legible.
Deep Space Palette — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hex codes in the Deep Space color palette?
The Deep Space palette contains #05050A, #1A1A2A, #3A3A5A, #8A8AB0. Click any swatch on this page to copy its value, or export all four at once as CSS variables, Tailwind config, SCSS or a Figma-ready list.
Is the Deep Space color palette accessible (WCAG)?
Yes for its strongest pairings: #8A8AB0 on #05050A reaches 6.1:1 (AA). For body text always keep a 4.5:1 ratio and for large UI elements 3:1 — the full contrast matrix above shows the exact score for every color-on-color combination in this palette.
What colors go well with the Deep Space palette?
Beyond its own four colors, #6F6F44, #211D26, #ECECEF extend it naturally: the complementary hue for high-energy accents, an analogous neighbor for calm transitions, and a tinted neutral for surfaces. All three are computed from this palette's hues on the color wheel.
What mood does the Deep Space palette create?
Deep Space reads as cosmic, dark, vast. Muted blue drives the personality, grounded by gently saturated blue — a combination that works best when the deep base gets most of the canvas.
Can I use the Deep Space color palette commercially?
Yes. Individual color values can't be copyrighted, so the Deep Space palette is free for personal, client and commercial work — websites, branding, apps, print and social content, with no attribution required.
How do I add the Deep Space palette to Tailwind or CSS?
Use the export panel on this page: CSS variables, a Tailwind config block, SCSS variables, or a Figma copy list are generated from Deep Space's exact values, including the tint and shade ramps shown above.