#030F1E Hex Color
A deep and atmospheric near-black navy
This near-black navy is moody and dim, making it perfect for sophisticated dark mode interfaces. Since it is so dark, use it as a base for white text, which ensures high contrast readability. The hex code #030f1e works best when paired with metallic accents or bright, desaturated yellows to break up the somber tone. Avoid using it in small areas where its ashy quality might get lost.
Questions about #030f1e
What is #030f1e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #030f1e is rgb(3, 15, 30), in HSL hsl(213, 82%, 6%) and in CMYK 90%, 50%, 0%, 88%.
How should I use #030f1e in digital interface design?
Use #030f1e as a sophisticated background for dark mode interfaces to reduce eye strain while maintaining a premium feel. Because it is so dark, pair it primarily with white or off-white text to ensure accessibility standards are met for readability.
What accent colors pair well with #030f1e?
To break up the somber tone of #030f1e, incorporate bright, desaturated yellows or metallic gold accents to add depth. These lighter, warm tones create a striking visual contrast that prevents the near-black navy from feeling too flat or heavy.
Is #030f1e readable on white or black?
#030f1e has a 19.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.09:1 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.