#151313 Hex Color
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This near-black grey is almost entirely neutral and absorbs light to create a serious, grounded mood. Because #151313 offers excellent contrast for white text, it works as a superior alternative to pure black for UI backgrounds and minimal typography. It can appear flat if used alone, so pair it with metallic silver or high-chroma accents to prevent the design from feeling too muted or dusty.
Questions about #151313
What is #151313 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #151313 is rgb(21, 19, 19), in HSL hsl(0, 5%, 8%) and in CMYK 0%, 10%, 10%, 92%.
Is #151313 a better choice than pure black for UI design?
#151313 is often superior to pure black because it reduces eye strain and harsh contrast on digital screens. Using this slightly softened hue maintains a professional, high-contrast look for typography and UI elements without the visual vibration of absolute black.
Which color palettes pair well with #151313?
Because #151313 is a neutral near-black, it serves as an excellent anchor for high-chroma accent colors like electric blue, bright yellow, or vibrant teal. It also pairs effortlessly with metallic silver or cool grey tones to keep a design feeling sophisticated rather than dusty.
Is #151313 readable on white or black?
#151313 has a 18.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.13:1 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.