#0E0017 Hex Color
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This near-black shade is almost void of light, making it a powerful background for high-end editorial designs. With a contrast ratio of 20.4:1 against white text, it ensures excellent legibility for typography. Use it when pure black feels too harsh. It pairs well with metallic accents or muted jewel tones to maintain a serious, elegant character. The hex code for this shade is #0e0017.
Questions about #0e0017
What is #0e0017 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0e0017 is rgb(14, 0, 23), in HSL hsl(277, 100%, 5%) and in CMYK 39%, 100%, 0%, 91%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
How does #0e0017 compare to pure black in design?
#0e0017 provides a softer, more nuanced appearance than a flat, synthetic black, making it ideal for web interfaces that require a luxurious feel. Its subtle violet undertone reduces harshness while maintaining excellent readability against light backgrounds or white text.
What colors pair best with #0e0017?
Is #0e0017 readable on white or black?
#0e0017 has a 20.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.03:1 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.