#0C0805 Hex Color
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This ashy, sooty shade is nearly black, carrying a heavy, somber weight perfect for moody interfaces or luxury branding. Because #0c0805 has such low luminosity, it provides excellent contrast for white typography, though it can appear muddy if paired with other dark, warm tones. Use this hex code as a dominant background to ground a high-end, editorial design palette.
Questions about #0c0805
What is #0c0805 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0c0805 is rgb(12, 8, 5), in HSL hsl(26, 41%, 3%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 58%, 95%.
Does #0c0805 work well for large-scale backgrounds?
This hex color works excellently as a dominant background to ground high-end designs, provided the text is set in a high-contrast white or soft cream. Using #0c0805 creates a moody, premium feel, but ensure your interface has enough whitespace to prevent the page from feeling too claustrophobic or heavy.
What colors pair best with #0c0805?
Pair #0c0805 with crisp whites or very pale grays to maintain readability and let the deep tone anchor the design. To add a touch of sophistication, try pairing it with muted gold or soft copper accents, which pop beautifully against this dark, ashy foundation.
Is #0c0805 readable on white or black?
#0c0805 has a 19.95:1 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.