#080705 Hex Color
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#080705 is a soft, sooty shade that sits just off pure black. It offers a slightly muted, neutral base that feels less harsh for web interfaces or editorial backgrounds. White text creates excellent readability against this color, with a 20.1:1 contrast ratio. Designers rely on this hex code for premium, moody branding where total black feels too stark or industrial.
Questions about #080705
What is #080705 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #080705 is rgb(8, 7, 5), in HSL hsl(40, 23%, 3%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 37%, 97%.
When should I use #080705 instead of pure black?
Choose #080705 when you want the depth of black but need to reduce visual harshness on digital screens. Its sooty undertone makes text and UI elements feel more approachable while maintaining an excellent 20.1:1 contrast ratio against white.
Which colors complement this near-black shade?
Is #080705 readable on white or black?
#080705 has a 20.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.04:1 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.