#060404 Hex Color
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Sooty and dim, #060404 functions as a powerful, near-black neutral for serious, high-end designs. It provides a sophisticated alternative to pure black, grounding layouts without feeling overly harsh. White text remains highly readable against this hex code, making it an excellent choice for dark mode UI. Pair it with metallic gold or copper to create a premium, editorial aesthetic in luxury branding.
Questions about #060404
What is #060404 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #060404 is rgb(6, 4, 4), in HSL hsl(0, 20%, 2%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 33%, 98%.
Why choose #060404 over pure black for UI design?
Using #060404 provides a softer visual experience that reduces eye strain in dark mode interfaces while still maintaining the depth and contrast needed for high-end design systems. It grounds layouts without the harshness of a standard, pitch-black background.
What colors complement #060404 best?
Is #060404 readable on white or black?
#060404 has a 20.45:1 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.