#13252A Hex Color
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#13252a is a deep, dusty cyan that leans heavily into slate grey. This tone functions as an ideal base for dark mode web designs, replacing harsher blacks with a more measured, moody depth. White text maintains high readability against this hex code, so it serves small body copy well. Pair it with soft creams or vibrant accents to balance the heavy saturation.
Questions about #13252a
What is #13252a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #13252a is rgb(19, 37, 42), in HSL hsl(193, 38%, 12%) and in CMYK 55%, 12%, 0%, 84%.
Why is #13252a a better choice for dark mode than pure black?
#13252a provides a softer, more sophisticated look than pure black, reducing eye strain while maintaining excellent legibility for white text. Its subtle slate undertone adds depth to digital interfaces, preventing the flat appearance often associated with solid dark backgrounds.
Which color combinations work well with #13252a?
Is #13252a readable on white or black?
#13252a has a 15.84:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.32:1 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.