#090F0C Hex Color
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This near-black shade carries heavy, forest-green undertones that lean somber and moody. The hex code for this color is #090f0c. It works best as a dark-mode UI background where it provides an organic alternative to pure black. Because of its extreme depth, pair it with soft, muted accents rather than high-contrast neons to maintain a sophisticated, balanced palette.
Questions about #090f0c
What is #090f0c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #090f0c is rgb(9, 15, 12), in HSL hsl(150, 25%, 5%) and in CMYK 40%, 0%, 20%, 94%.
How should I use #090f0c in UI design?
#090f0c works best as an atmospheric background for dark-mode interfaces where a pure black feels too harsh or artificial. Pair it with soft, muted accents or off-white typography to maintain legibility while keeping the interface feeling grounded and professional.
What colors pair best with #090f0c?
This shade demands low-contrast companions to respect its moody character, so avoid vibrant neons. Instead, lean into muted, earthy tones like sage or soft warm grays, which allow the subtle forest-green undertones of #090f0c to emerge without clashing against high-intensity hues.
Is #090f0c readable on white or black?
#090f0c has a 19.35:1 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.