#0E311C Hex Color
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This dim, ashy green feels grounded and serious, making it a reliable choice for professional branding or sustainable product design. Because it is highly unsaturated and dark, it functions best as a background color rather than for fine details. Pair #0e311c with clean white text to maximize legibility. This hex code provides a moody, stable foundation for high-contrast interfaces.
Questions about #0e311c
What is #0e311c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0e311c is rgb(14, 49, 28), in HSL hsl(144, 56%, 12%) and in CMYK 71%, 0%, 43%, 81%.
What colors pair best with #0e311c in a design palette?
#0e311c works effectively with high-contrast, neutral shades like crisp white or light cream to maintain legibility. For a more sophisticated look, you can also pair it with soft terracotta or muted gold accents to bring warmth to the dark, ashy green.
Is #0e311c suitable for UI backgrounds?
#0e311c is an excellent choice for dark mode backgrounds because its low saturation prevents eye strain while maintaining a grounded, serious aesthetic. Always pair it with light-colored text, as darker text will lack sufficient contrast for accessibility standards.
Is #0e311c readable on white or black?
#0e311c has a 14.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.47:1 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.