#100F15 Hex Color
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#100f15 is a near-black, somber violet with heavy ashy undertones. This muted shade functions as an excellent dark background color for UI design, providing significantly higher contrast for white text than standard black. Because it is so dark, avoid using it for fine text or small icons where clarity is essential. The hex code for this moody, atmospheric purple is #100f15.
Questions about #100f15
What is #100f15 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #100f15 is rgb(16, 15, 21), in HSL hsl(250, 17%, 7%) and in CMYK 24%, 29%, 0%, 92%.
Is #100f15 a suitable replacement for pure black in web design?
#100f15 works much better than standard black because its subtle violet undertones soften the visual impact on the eyes. Using this near-black hex color creates a more sophisticated, premium feel for dark-themed interfaces while maintaining excellent readability against white text.
What colors pair well with the deep #100f15 background?
This color pairs beautifully with cool-toned gray or muted metallics for a high-end look. Because #100f15 is so dark and atmospheric, you can also use vibrant, saturated accents like electric blue or soft lavender to create striking, modern contrast.
Is #100f15 readable on white or black?
#100f15 has a 19.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.10:1 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.