#0E0C11 Hex Color
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#0e0c11 acts as an almost black, ashy violet that sits on the edge of visibility. Because it is so dim, this shade functions best as a dominant dark mode background where white text maintains high legibility. It feels somber and serious, making it a strong choice for moody, high-contrast branding. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold to avoid the harshness of pure white.
Questions about #0e0c11
What is #0e0c11 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0e0c11 is rgb(14, 12, 17), in HSL hsl(264, 17%, 6%) and in CMYK 18%, 29%, 0%, 93%.
How does #0e0c11 perform in UI design compared to pure black?
#0e0c11 is significantly softer on the eyes than absolute black because of its slight violet undertones. This makes it an ideal choice for dark mode interfaces where you need high contrast without the harsh, draining visual intensity of a true #000000 background.
Which color combinations work best with #0e0c11?
Is #0e0c11 readable on white or black?
#0e0c11 has a 19.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.07:1 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.