#101614 Hex Color
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This near-black, charcoal tone feels dense and serious. With its barely perceptible green undertones, the hex code #101614 works as a sophisticated alternative to pure black in interface design. It provides excellent contrast for white typography, ensuring readability in dark mode layouts. Because of its extreme depth, pair it with muted metallics or soft creams to keep the overall design from feeling too heavy.
Questions about #101614
What is #101614 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #101614 is rgb(16, 22, 20), in HSL hsl(160, 16%, 7%) and in CMYK 27%, 0%, 9%, 91%.
How does #101614 perform in dark mode interfaces?
#101614 serves as an excellent, softer alternative to pure black for background surfaces. Because it contains deep green undertones, it feels less harsh than standard black while still providing the necessary contrast for white or light gray typography to remain readable.
What colors pair best with #101614?
Pair #101614 with muted metallics, soft creams, or desaturated earth tones to prevent the overall palette from feeling too heavy. Accents like warm beige or soft silver create a balanced aesthetic that highlights the deep, serious nature of this charcoal shade.
Is #101614 readable on white or black?
#101614 has a 18.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.14:1 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.