#080C05 Hex Color
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#080c05 is an almost-black shade with faint green undertones and very low saturation, giving it a sooty, somber appearance. It suggests mystery, authority, and discretion in luxury, editorial, and formal designs. Use this hex code as a dominant dark background with white text. White text reaches about 19.7:1 contrast here, comfortably exceeding WCAG AA for body copy.
Questions about #080c05
What is #080c05 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #080c05 is rgb(8, 12, 5), in HSL hsl(94, 41%, 3%) and in CMYK 33%, 0%, 58%, 95%.
What colors pair well with #080c05?
#080c05 pairs well with warm neutrals, muted greens, and restrained metallic accents, which soften its nearly black depth without competing with its faint green undertone in polished, low-key palettes. Sage can bring softer green contrast, while warm gray or muted brass keeps the result refined.
What mood does #080c05 create?
#080c05 creates a somber, discreet mood with hints of mystery and authority; its almost-black appearance suits luxury branding, formal layouts, editorial design, and dark backgrounds where visual restraint matters most.
Is #080c05 readable on white or black?
#080c05 has a 19.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.06:1 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.