#161318 Hex Color
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This near-black shade carries a faint, dusty violet undertone that sets a moody tone for any interface. Because it sits so close to black, #161318 works best as a dark background for high-contrast, minimalist designs rather than large blocks of color. White text pops easily against this hex code, providing excellent readability for small, functional UI elements.
Questions about #161318
What is #161318 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #161318 is rgb(22, 19, 24), in HSL hsl(276, 12%, 8%) and in CMYK 8%, 21%, 0%, 91%.
How should I use #161318 in web design?
Use #161318 as a background for high-contrast, minimalist interfaces to create a sophisticated, moody atmosphere. Because it stays close to black, it provides excellent readability for crisp white or light gray typography without the harshness of pure black.
What colors pair well with #161318?
Is #161318 readable on white or black?
#161318 has a 18.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.14:1 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.