#11111B Hex Color
Deep inky black with cool undertones
This inky, near-black shade carries a cool, dusty undertone. Because it sits at such a low light value, #11111b works best as a moody background for high-contrast UI designs. White text offers a clear 18.8:1 contrast ratio against it. The hex code is #11111b. Pair this dark, serious tone with muted metallic accents or electric neons to maintain visual interest without overwhelming the page.
Questions about #11111b
What is #11111b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #11111b is rgb(17, 17, 27), in HSL hsl(240, 23%, 9%) and in CMYK 37%, 37%, 0%, 89%.
How does #11111b function in web UI design?
#11111b serves as an ideal background for high-contrast interfaces, providing a softer, more sophisticated alternative to pure black. Its cool, dusty undertone prevents eye strain when paired with high-brightness text or neon accent elements in modern web design.
What color combinations work best with #11111b?
This near-black tone pairs naturally with bright, high-contrast colors like electric neons or muted metallics to maintain visual interest. Using crisp white or off-white text ensures excellent readability against this deep background, which maintains a clean, professional aesthetic for branding or digital layouts.
Is #11111b readable on white or black?
#11111b has a 18.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.11:1 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.