#010123 Hex Color
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Almost black with a faint blue-violet undertone, #010123 feels dense, somber, and controlled. This very dark shade suits luxury branding, editorial layouts, and moody interfaces as a dominant background, while white text remains highly legible at about a 20.4:1 contrast ratio. The hex code #010123 also adds authority to large typography and formal design.
Questions about #010123
What is #010123 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #010123 is rgb(1, 1, 35), in HSL hsl(240, 94%, 7%) and in CMYK 97%, 97%, 0%, 86%.
What colors pair well with #010123?
#010123 pairs well with white, soft gray, muted lavender, and restrained metallic accents, creating clear contrast while preserving its cool, formal mood. Use pale backgrounds or warm neutrals when you want the design to feel less severe.
Is #010123 readable on white or black?
#010123 has a 20.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.02:1 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.