#081822 Hex Color
A sophisticated near-black with moody depths
This heavy, near-black blue carries a dusty, ashy undertone that makes it an excellent choice for moody UI backgrounds. Because it is so dark, white text offers high readability for long-form content. Use #081822 as a dominant base for serious, professional branding or tech interfaces. It looks particularly sophisticated when paired with soft, warm metallics, rather than standard white or light gray.
Questions about #081822
What is #081822 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #081822 is rgb(8, 24, 34), in HSL hsl(203, 62%, 8%) and in CMYK 76%, 29%, 0%, 87%.
What colors pair well with the deep blue #081822?
How should I use #081822 in UI design?
This color serves best as a dominant base for serious, technical interfaces or dark-themed dashboards. Use it to replace standard black for a softer, more modern aesthetic that reduces eye strain while maintaining a high level of visual authority.
Is #081822 readable on white or black?
#081822 has a 18.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.16:1 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.