#08080B Hex Color
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#08080b is an intense, ashy black that sits just above absolute zero. Because it is so dark, this shade provides an incredibly high-contrast canvas for white typography or vibrant accents in premium branding. Use it as a dominant background to ground editorial layouts or formal web designs. It offers enough accessibility for body text, though it can feel heavy when used over large areas.
Questions about #08080b
What is #08080b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #08080b is rgb(8, 8, 11), in HSL hsl(240, 16%, 4%) and in CMYK 27%, 27%, 0%, 96%.
Is #08080b a true black or does it have undertones?
#08080b is an ashy, near-absolute black that sits just above absolute zero on the color spectrum. It lacks the warmth of a true charcoal, instead offering a cool, industrial depth that feels more grounded and less reflective than standard black.
Is #08080b readable on white or black?
#08080b has a 20.00:1 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.