#110C13 Hex Color
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This near-black shade carries heavy violet undertones. It functions as a sophisticated, moody alternative to pure black for dark UI backgrounds. The hex code #110c13 offers excellent readability for white text at a 19.3:1 contrast ratio. Use this color alongside muted gold or cream accents to prevent your interface from feeling too flat or oppressive in large areas.
Questions about #110c13
What is #110c13 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #110c13 is rgb(17, 12, 19), in HSL hsl(283, 23%, 6%) and in CMYK 11%, 37%, 0%, 93%.
Why use #110c13 instead of standard black?
#110c13 provides a softer, more dimensional appearance than pure black by utilizing subtle violet undertones. This prevents harsh visual fatigue on screens, making it a professional choice for modern dark mode interfaces that require deep contrast without the oppressive flatness of absolute black.
What colors pair well with #110c13 for UI design?
Soft metallic accents like cream or muted gold work exceptionally well to break up the darkness. These warmer tones ground the deep violet undertones of #110c13, creating a luxurious and accessible color palette that remains easy to read for long periods.
Is #110c13 readable on white or black?
#110c13 has a 19.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.08:1 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.