#090911 Hex Color
A somber near-black with cool depth
#090911 is an almost-black shade with a faint blue-violet undertone and a dusty, ashy surface. Its very low lightness creates a somber sense of mystery, control, and authority. Use the hex code #090911 as a dominant background for dark interfaces, editorial layouts, or luxury branding. White text reaches about 19.8:1 contrast here, supporting readable body copy.
Questions about #090911
What is #090911 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #090911 is rgb(9, 9, 17), in HSL hsl(240, 31%, 5%) and in CMYK 47%, 47%, 0%, 93%.
What colors pair well with #090911 in a design palette?
#090911 pairs well with muted burgundy, dusty mauve, and warm metallic accents because its cool, near-black base gives subdued colors room to show without making the palette feel harsh or flat. Use it as the dominant dark anchor rather than a small accent.
Is #090911 readable on white or black?
#090911 has a 19.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.05:1 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.