#0B090A Hex Color
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This near-black shade is dimmer and softer than a pure, synthetic black. Its ashy undertones strip away harshness, making it an excellent choice for modern dark mode interfaces. Because the hex code #0b090a offers high contrast for white typography, it functions well as a dominant background. Avoid pairing it with muted grays to keep your design from looking muddy.
Questions about #0b090a
What is #0b090a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0b090a is rgb(11, 9, 10), in HSL hsl(330, 10%, 4%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 9%, 96%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
Why choose #0b090a over pure black for dark mode designs?
Pure black can often feel jarring on screens, causing eye strain in dark mode environments. By choosing #0b090a, you maintain a deep, professional look while the ashy undertones reduce harshness and improve readability for users navigating your design over long periods.
Which colors pair best with #0b090a in a UI design?
Because #0b090a is an extremely dark shade, it works best when paired with high-contrast, clean white text or very bright, saturated accent colors. Avoid pairing it with muted grays or other near-black tones, which often creates a muddy, visually confusing appearance on the screen.
Is #0b090a readable on white or black?
#0b090a has a 19.85:1 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.