#0E1119 Hex Color
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This nearly black, sooty blue feels heavy and impenetrable. Because #0e1119 acts as a stark, dark neutral, it excels as a background for high-contrast UI elements or technical interfaces. It reads as a softer alternative to pure black, offering better readability for white text. Pair it with muted gold or crisp slate for a professional, understated look in branding or security-focused design.
Questions about #0e1119
What is #0e1119 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0e1119 is rgb(14, 17, 25), in HSL hsl(224, 28%, 8%) and in CMYK 44%, 32%, 0%, 90%.
Is #0e1119 a better choice than pure black for UI design?
#0e1119 is often superior to pure black because it offers better readability and reduces eye strain in digital interfaces. This deep sooty blue maintains a sophisticated, heavy appearance while feeling less harsh than absolute black against white text.
What colors pair well with #0e1119?
#0e1119 works exceptionally well with muted metallics like muted gold or crisp, cool-toned slate grays. These combinations enhance its professional, security-focused aesthetic and provide enough contrast to make UI elements stand out against the nearly black backdrop.
Is #0e1119 readable on white or black?
#0e1119 has a 18.86:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.11:1 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.