#141011 Hex Color
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This nearly black shade functions as a softer, more organic alternative to pure black. With ashy, dusty undertones, the hex code #141011 provides serious depth for minimalist UI designs. It maintains exceptional readability against white text, boasting an 18.9:1 contrast ratio that avoids the harshness of standard black backgrounds. Use this neutral base when you want the structure of black without the intensity.
Questions about #141011
What is #141011 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #141011 is rgb(20, 16, 17), in HSL hsl(345, 11%, 7%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 15%, 92%.
Why use #141011 instead of pure black?
Using #141011 provides a softer, more organic aesthetic for digital interfaces while maintaining high readability. It avoids the harsh visual vibration that pure black can create against white, making it an ideal neutral choice for background elements and typography.
What colors pair well with #141011?
This near-black works best with neutral, desaturated tones to maintain its minimalist character. It pairs beautifully with cool gray for a monochromatic look or a muted off-white to achieve a high-contrast, professional appearance for clean UI designs.
Is #141011 readable on white or black?
#141011 has a 18.88:1 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.