#050C0A Hex Color
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#050c0a is a near-black shade with subtle, ashy green undertones. It creates an authoritative and somber mood, making it effective for luxury branding or minimalist editorial layouts. Because this hex code offers high contrast, white text remains readable against it, even at small sizes. Use it as a dominant dark mode background for a clean, professional aesthetic that feels more grounded than standard pure black.
Questions about #050c0a
What is #050c0a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #050c0a is rgb(5, 12, 10), in HSL hsl(163, 41%, 3%) and in CMYK 58%, 0%, 17%, 95%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
How should I use #050c0a in a UI design?
#050c0a serves as an excellent alternative to pure black for background surfaces or text. Because it contains ashy green undertones, it feels softer and more organic than a standard jet black, making it perfect for luxury or editorial brands that require a professional yet grounded aesthetic.
Is #050c0a readable on white or black?
#050c0a has a 19.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.06:1 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.