#150E18 Hex Color
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An almost black, ink-like purple, #150e18 creates a somber and moody atmosphere. Because it is so dark, it works best as a solid background color rather than for fine details. White text reads clearly against this shade, offering excellent contrast for interfaces. Use this hex code when you need a serious, structured look, pairing it with soft creams to prevent the design from feeling too bleak.
Questions about #150e18
What is #150e18 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #150e18 is rgb(21, 14, 24), in HSL hsl(282, 26%, 7%) and in CMYK 12%, 42%, 0%, 91%.
What colors pair best with #150e18 for a balanced design?
Pair #150e18 with soft, creamy off-whites or muted champagne tones to prevent the overall design from feeling too bleak or aggressive. These lighter neutrals soften the deep, ink-like intensity of the purple while maintaining a high-contrast, professional appearance for your layout.
Is #150e18 suitable for body text on a white background?
Avoid using #150e18 for small body text because it is extremely dark and closely mimics the visual weight of black. It functions significantly better as a dark mode background color where it provides a rich, elegant canvas for high-contrast white or light-toned text.
Is #150e18 readable on white or black?
#150e18 has a 18.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.10:1 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.