#0E121F Hex Color
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#0e121f is a very dark, muted blue with inky charcoal undertones and a serious, controlled mood. The hex code #0e121f works well as a dominant background for finance, technology, security, and government interfaces. White text has about 18.7:1 contrast here, supporting readable dark-mode layouts. Pair it with muted burgundy or steel gray to soften its stark depth.
Questions about #0e121f
What is #0e121f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0e121f is rgb(14, 18, 31), in HSL hsl(226, 38%, 9%) and in CMYK 55%, 42%, 0%, 88%.
Does #0e121f read as warm or cool?
#0e121f reads as cool because its blue base dominates the near-black charcoal undertones, giving interfaces a controlled, technical feel rather than the softness associated with brown- or red-based dark neutrals.
Which colors pair well with #0e121f?
For balanced palettes, #0e121f pairs with white for crisp contrast, steel gray for restraint, and muted burgundy for warmth without overpowering its deep blue character, especially in dashboards, product screens, and editorial layouts.
Is #0e121f readable on white or black?
#0e121f has a 18.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.12:1 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.