#110521 Hex Color
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An almost black shade, #110521 sits on the edge of visibility. This extremely dark, desaturated violet creates a somber, serious tone perfect for grounding moody interfaces. Because it is so dark, avoid using it as a full-page background unless you pair it with high-contrast, off-white text to prevent readability issues. The hex code #110521 shines brightest when used for UI borders or subtle, structural accents.
Questions about #110521
What is #110521 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #110521 is rgb(17, 5, 33), in HSL hsl(266, 74%, 7%) and in CMYK 48%, 85%, 0%, 87%.
What is the best way to use #110521 in UI design?
#110521 works best as a structural anchor rather than a large background color, because its extreme darkness can strain readability. Pair it with crisp off-white or ivory text to create a high-contrast, professional visual hierarchy.
Does #110521 lean warm or cool in a design scheme?
This hue leans cool due to its distinct violet undertones, which keep it from feeling as flat or static as pure black. It provides a sophisticated alternative to charcoal or standard dark grays, adding a subtle touch of depth.
Is #110521 readable on white or black?
#110521 has a 19.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.06:1 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.