#10401E Hex Color
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This unsaturated forest green feels muted and grounded. Because of its low lightness, #10401e works well as a stable, dark base for sustainable branding or moody interface design. It provides excellent readability for white text, making it a reliable choice for dark mode layouts. Pair it with warm copper or muted gold accents to add sophistication to its otherwise somber character.
Questions about #10401e
What is #10401e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #10401e is rgb(16, 64, 30), in HSL hsl(138, 60%, 16%) and in CMYK 75%, 0%, 53%, 75%.
Why does #10401e work so well for dark mode interfaces?
#10401e functions as a stable dark base because its low lightness ensures that white or high-contrast text remains legible. It provides a more natural, organic alternative to standard black or charcoal backgrounds, reducing eye strain while maintaining visual depth.
What accent colors complement #10401e?
The muted character of #10401e benefits from warm, metallic accents to add a layer of sophistication. Pair it with copper or muted gold to break up the deep green and create a balanced, high-end visual aesthetic for your design project.
Is #10401e readable on white or black?
#10401e has a 11.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.77:1 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.