#050C19 Hex Color
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This near-black blue carries a somber, dusty weight. Because it sits so close to black, it functions best as a dominant background for dark mode interfaces or high-contrast, moody branding. Pair #050c19 with sharp white text to ensure readability, as the subtle blue undertones are easily lost. The hex code for this dim, serious color is #050c19.
Questions about #050c19
What is #050c19 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #050c19 is rgb(5, 12, 25), in HSL hsl(219, 67%, 6%) and in CMYK 80%, 52%, 0%, 90%.
How should I use #050c19 in interface design?
#050c19 works best as a primary background color for dark mode layouts where readability is the top priority. Because it is so close to black, use it to anchor designs and allow lighter UI elements to pop against the surface.
Which text colors are best suited for #050c19?
High-contrast white or soft light gray text provides the best readability against the dark, heavy nature of #050c19. Avoid using colored text unless it is highly saturated, as the dark blue undertones can easily muddy the appearance of mid-tone colors.
Is #050c19 readable on white or black?
#050c19 has a 19.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.07:1 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.