#0B0B0B Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
Raven is a soft, near-black shade that feels less clinical than pure black. Its ashy, muted quality creates a somber tone ideal for premium branding or moody UI backgrounds. Because it offers a 19.7:1 contrast ratio against white text, it works well as a dominant base for readable typography. The hex code for this color is #0b0b0b.
Questions about Raven
What is the hex code for Raven?
Raven is #0b0b0b. In RGB that is rgb(11, 11, 11), in HSL hsl(0, 0%, 4%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 0%, 96%.
Why use Raven #0b0b0b instead of pure black?
Raven #0b0b0b provides a softer, less harsh visual experience that reduces eye strain compared to standard pure black. It offers a sophisticated, ashy quality that sits better on modern UI backgrounds, especially when paired with light gray text for readability.
Is Raven readable on white or black?
Raven has a 19.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.06:1 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.