#0E1C1C Hex Color
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#0e1c1c serves as a sophisticated, near-black dark cyan. With a 17.5:1 contrast ratio against white, this hex code makes a legible background for dark mode interfaces. Its ashy, muted quality brings seriousness to tech-focused branding. Pair it with soft metallic accents rather than pure white to keep the layout feeling intentional. It reads better as a base color than an accent.
Questions about #0e1c1c
What is #0e1c1c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0e1c1c is rgb(14, 28, 28), in HSL hsl(180, 33%, 8%) and in CMYK 50%, 0%, 0%, 89%.
What colors pair well with #0e1c1c?
#0e1c1c pairs best with soft metallic accents or desaturated neutrals rather than pure white. Try combining this color with silver or pewter to maintain a refined, intentional appearance while avoiding harsh visual strain on the screen.
How should #0e1c1c be used in interface design?
Use #0e1c1c primarily as a base color or dark mode background rather than an accent or text color. Its low-light nature makes it a perfect foundation that feels more nuanced and approachable than a standard, flat black.
Is #0e1c1c readable on white or black?
#0e1c1c has a 17.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.20:1 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.