#0E0E01 Hex Color
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#0e0e01 is a muddy, nearly black shade with faint, dusty yellow undertones. It carries a somber, gloomy weight that works best as a moody background rather than a primary text color. This dark hue pairs surprisingly well with muted cream or soft sage to cut the bleakness. Because of its extreme depth, white text provides the best readability for interface design at this hex code.
Questions about #0e0e01
What is #0e0e01 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0e0e01 is rgb(14, 14, 1), in HSL hsl(60, 87%, 3%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 93%, 95%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
Does #0e0e01 work well as a primary text color?
No, #0e0e01 lacks the necessary contrast against most light backgrounds to serve as effective body text. It is far more successful as a dark, atmospheric background element where white or light cream text can provide clear, legible contrast.
What colors pair effectively with #0e0e01?
Because of its dusty yellow undertones, #0e0e01 pairs beautifully with muted sage or soft cream tones. These lighter, desaturated colors help break up the bleakness of the dark hex code without introducing harsh visual tension.
Is #0e0e01 readable on white or black?
#0e0e01 has a 19.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.08:1 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.