#160510 Hex Color
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This nearly black magenta is ashy, somber, and dim. Because of its extreme depth, #160510 functions best as a dark mode background for sleek interfaces. It provides a 19.7:1 contrast ratio with white text, ensuring high readability. Avoid using this hex code for fine details, as it often appears muddy against other dark tones without sufficient lighting.
Questions about #160510
What is #160510 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #160510 is rgb(22, 5, 16), in HSL hsl(321, 63%, 5%) and in CMYK 0%, 77%, 27%, 91%.
Is #160510 suitable for UI text?
No, #160510 is generally too dark for body text and should be reserved for background surfaces. Because of its extreme depth, it performs best when paired with white or very light text to ensure high readability and accessibility standards.
What colors pair well with #160510?
To create a balanced look, pair #160510 with soft, muted lavender or cool gray tones to prevent the palette from becoming too muddy. These lighter hues help lift the visual weight of such a deep, near-black magenta background.
Is #160510 readable on white or black?
#160510 has a 19.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.06:1 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.