#010805 Hex Color
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This near-black shade feels somber and disciplined, functioning effectively as a soft alternative to pure black. Because it maintains such extreme darkness, it serves as an ideal background for white typography, which remains legible with high contrast. Use #010805 as a dominant base for moody, premium brand identities. The hex code #010805 provides a sophisticated anchor when paired with metallic gold or muted cream accents.
Questions about #010805
What is #010805 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #010805 is rgb(1, 8, 5), in HSL hsl(154, 78%, 2%) and in CMYK 88%, 0%, 37%, 97%.
How should I use #010805 in a design layout?
Use #010805 as a high-end alternative to pure black for website backgrounds or primary UI surfaces. Because it is slightly softer, it reduces eye strain while maintaining the professional, authoritative weight required for luxury branding and minimal, text-heavy interfaces.
Which accent colors pair best with #010805?
Pair #010805 with metallic gold or cream to accentuate its depth and sophisticated character. The subtle undertones in this near-black shade respond well to warm metallics, creating a balanced, high-contrast look that feels polished rather than stark.
Is #010805 readable on white or black?
#010805 has a 20.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.03:1 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.