#081109 Hex Color
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An inky, almost-black shade with quiet olive undertones, #081109 functions best as a sophisticated alternative to pure black. It feels grounded and somber, making it an excellent base for moody interfaces or organic branding. Because it is so dark, avoid using it with other low-contrast colors. The hex code #081109 offers high readability with white text, maintaining accessibility for body copy.
Questions about #081109
What is #081109 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #081109 is rgb(8, 17, 9), in HSL hsl(127, 36%, 5%) and in CMYK 53%, 0%, 47%, 93%.
How should I use #081109 in UI design?
#081109 works best as a primary background or surface color because its subtle olive warmth feels more organic than harsh, artificial black. Use it for dark mode interfaces where you need deep contrast without sacrificing a soft, sophisticated atmosphere.
What colors pair well with #081109?
Is #081109 readable on white or black?
#081109 has a 19.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.09:1 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.