#000102 Hex Color
A sophisticated and dusty near-black shade
This ashy, near-black shade carries a somber, serious weight. Unlike standard pure black, #000102 offers a slightly dusty, muted character that feels less harsh for dark UI backgrounds. It holds strong authority and elegance, pairing exceptionally well with metallic gold or clean white type. Because it provides such high contrast, this hex code excels as a dominant base for premium branding and editorial layouts.
Questions about #000102
What is #000102 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #000102 is rgb(0, 1, 2), in HSL hsl(210, 100%, 0%) and in CMYK 100%, 50%, 0%, 99%.
Why use #000102 instead of standard black?
The #000102 hex color offers a dusty, ashy character that feels less jarring than pure black on digital screens. It reduces eye strain in dark mode interfaces while maintaining the professional weight and contrast required for premium branding and editorial text.
What colors complement the deep tones of #000102?
This shade pairs beautifully with metallic accents like gold or silver to create a luxury aesthetic. For a modern, clean look, place #000102 against crisp white backgrounds or soft, neutral tones to highlight its unique, near-black depth without losing readability.
Is #000102 readable on white or black?
#000102 has a 20.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.00:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.