#08151E Hex Color
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This near-black blue holds a dim, ashy quality that feels grounded and serious. With a very low light value, the hex code #08151e works best as a primary background for tech or financial dashboards. It pairs perfectly with crisp white text, providing an accessible 18.5:1 contrast ratio for small body copy. Avoid using this shade as a small accent, as it often appears muddy against brighter colors.
Questions about #08151e
What is #08151e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #08151e is rgb(8, 21, 30), in HSL hsl(205, 58%, 7%) and in CMYK 73%, 30%, 0%, 88%.
How should I use #08151e in interface design?
#08151e performs best as a high-contrast background color for professional tech or financial dashboards. Its extremely dark, ashy base allows crisp white text to remain highly readable, providing the necessary accessibility for data-heavy displays where clarity is critical.
Why does #08151e appear muddy next to bright colors?
Because #08151e has such low luminosity, it tends to look dull or muddy when placed directly against high-vibrancy primary colors. To keep your design sharp, pair this shade with muted neutrals or desaturated accents rather than pure, saturated hues.
Is #08151e readable on white or black?
#08151e has a 18.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.13:1 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.