#0E1216 Hex Color
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#0e1216 is a near-black shade with heavy, sooty undertones that lean into a muted blue. Because of its extreme darkness, it serves best as a dominant background color for modern dark-mode interfaces rather than a small accent. It offers exceptional contrast for white typography. Pair this hex code with bright, desaturated teals or slate grays to keep your layout from feeling too muddy or flat.
Questions about #0e1216
What is #0e1216 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0e1216 is rgb(14, 18, 22), in HSL hsl(210, 22%, 7%) and in CMYK 36%, 18%, 0%, 91%.
Can I use #0e1216 for light-mode website backgrounds?
No, #0e1216 is essentially designed for dark-mode interfaces because it is far too dark for standard readability on white backgrounds. Use it to anchor deep, moody layouts or as a high-contrast background that makes white elements pop with clarity.
What colors complement #0e1216 in a design palette?
To keep your design from feeling muddy, pair #0e1216 with high-contrast, bright, desaturated teals or muted slate grays. These cool-toned accents complement its subtle blue lean while preventing the overall aesthetic from becoming too flat or overly heavy.
Is #0e1216 readable on white or black?
#0e1216 has a 18.80:1 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.