#091228 Hex Color
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This near-black ink blue feels serious, grounded, and intensely dark. Because #091228 is so muted and saturated, it serves best as a dominant dark mode background or a stabilizing base for high-contrast UI elements. White text pops easily against this shade, ensuring readability. The hex code #091228 works well in professional tech or legal branding where you need to project authority and quiet control.
Questions about #091228
What is #091228 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #091228 is rgb(9, 18, 40), in HSL hsl(223, 63%, 10%) and in CMYK 78%, 55%, 0%, 84%.
Where should I use #091228 in a website design?
#091228 serves as an ideal background choice for modern dark mode layouts where you need depth without the harshness of pure black. It provides a stabilizing base that allows bright UI elements, icons, or typography to stand out significantly.
What makes #091228 distinct from standard black?
This color contains subtle blue undertones that soften its appearance, preventing the sterile or flat look often associated with true black. It feels more organic and sophisticated, making it a perfect fit for luxury, legal, or high-end technology brands.
Is #091228 readable on white or black?
#091228 has a 18.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.12:1 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.