#0E1622 Hex Color
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This inky, near-black blue carries a heavy, muted quality that suggests serious authority. It works best as a primary background for high-contrast, text-heavy interfaces where it mimics the legibility of pure black without the harshness. The hex code for this shade is #0e1622. White text sits exceptionally well against this dark base, providing sharp readability for professional financial or legal branding.
Questions about #0e1622
What is #0e1622 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0e1622 is rgb(14, 22, 34), in HSL hsl(216, 42%, 9%) and in CMYK 59%, 35%, 0%, 87%.
Where should I use #0e1622 in a UI design?
#0e1622 serves as an excellent alternative to pure black for background surfaces in text-heavy or data-dense dashboards. Because it is slightly cooler and less jarring than absolute black, it reduces eye strain during long reading sessions while maintaining a sophisticated, authoritative hierarchy.
What colors pair best with #0e1622 for text?
High-luminosity neutrals like warm off-white or soft cream create the most readable contrast against #0e1622. Avoid pure stark white if possible, as a slightly softer white creates a more harmonious and premium feel that balances the deep, heavy nature of this midnight base.
Is #0e1622 readable on white or black?
#0e1622 has a 18.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.15:1 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.