#090E16 Hex Color
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This near-black shade carries a somber, ashy tone that sits just on the edge of midnight blue. As a high-contrast base, #090e16 provides excellent legibility for white body text in dark mode interfaces. Because it is so dim, avoid using it for small UI elements where it might disappear against black backgrounds. The hex code is #090e16, a stable choice for modern, technical applications.
Questions about #090e16
What is #090e16 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #090e16 is rgb(9, 14, 22), in HSL hsl(217, 42%, 6%) and in CMYK 59%, 36%, 0%, 91%.
Is #090e16 suitable for text or icon elements in UI design?
Avoid using #090e16 for small icons or body text because it is too close to black. It functions most effectively as a dark page background or a container color, providing a soft, natural base that feels less harsh than pure black.
Does #090e16 lean warm or cool in tone?
#090e16 carries a distinct, subtle hint of midnight blue, placing it on the cooler side of the neutral spectrum. This slight blue bias helps it feel more grounded and technical compared to a flat, neutral charcoal or pure black.
Is #090e16 readable on white or black?
#090e16 has a 19.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.08:1 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.