#0B1619 Hex Color

Moody near-black with deep cyan undertones

Hex color #0b1619 graphic
This near-black shade carries an ashy, desaturated cyan undertone that leans into moody, serious territory. Because #0b1619 is so dark, it functions best as a dominant UI background rather than fine detail work. White text remains perfectly legible against this hex code, ensuring high accessibility for dark mode designs. Pair it with muted gold accents for a sophisticated, modern contrast.

Questions about #0b1619

What is #0b1619 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0b1619 is rgb(11, 22, 25), in HSL hsl(193, 39%, 7%) and in CMYK 56%, 12%, 0%, 90%.
What colors pair well with #0b1619 in a design?
Use warm, muted metallics like bronze or gold to create a sophisticated, high-end contrast against the cool cyan undertones of #0b1619. For a cleaner, modern look, pair this dark shade with soft, off-white neutrals instead of pure white to maintain legibility.
Is #0b1619 a good choice for dark mode UI backgrounds?
Yes, #0b1619 is an excellent choice for dark mode interfaces because it offers a softer alternative to pure black while maintaining enough depth for high contrast. White text placed over this background will pass standard accessibility requirements for readability.
Is #0b1619 readable on white or black?
#0b1619 has a 18.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.14:1 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.