#11091A Hex Color
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Reach for #11091a when a dark interface needs more character than plain black. This hex code reads as an almost-black purple, ashy and dim, with a violet undertone that shows in large flat areas. It works best as a dominant base in dark mode or moody branding, and white text on it hits about 19.5:1 contrast. Pair it with dusty mauve or muted gold to lift the gloom.
Questions about #11091a
What is #11091a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #11091a is rgb(17, 9, 26), in HSL hsl(268, 49%, 7%) and in CMYK 35%, 65%, 0%, 90%.
What colors pair well with #11091a?
Dusty mauve, muted plum, and soft gold bring out the violet undertone in #11091a without breaking the somber mood. Warm cream or pale lavender text also keeps layouts readable against the darkness.
Is #11091a readable on white or black?
#11091a has a 19.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.07:1 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.