#080216 Hex Color
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This ashy, nearly black tone feels somber and serious. Because it is so dark, #080216 works best as a moody background rather than text, where it easily supports crisp white typography. It carries a sense of hidden depth that pure black often lacks, making it a sophisticated choice for luxury branding. Use this hex code to anchor designs that demand authority without feeling stark or aggressive.
Questions about #080216
What is #080216 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #080216 is rgb(8, 2, 22), in HSL hsl(258, 83%, 5%) and in CMYK 64%, 91%, 0%, 91%.
When should I use #080216 instead of pure black?
Use #080216 when you need depth without the starkness of pure black. It feels softer and more sophisticated for digital interfaces, making it an excellent choice for luxury websites that require a serious, grounding background color for white text.
Is #080216 readable on white or black?
#080216 has a 20.37:1 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.