#161719 Hex Color
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#161719 is a near-black shade that functions as a serious, grounding neutral. Because of its extremely low chroma, it works better as a soft background or a high-contrast container than pure black. It pairs well with muted metallic accents or crisp white typography for high readability. Designers often select this hex code for minimalist dark mode interfaces where a slightly softer edge is required.
Questions about #161719
What is #161719 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #161719 is rgb(22, 23, 25), in HSL hsl(220, 6%, 9%) and in CMYK 12%, 8%, 0%, 90%.
Is #161719 a better choice than pure black for web interfaces?
Yes, #161719 is generally preferred in UI design because it reduces eye strain compared to pitch black backgrounds. Using this softer, near-black shade creates a more natural, sophisticated depth that keeps white typography readable while feeling less harsh on the eyes.
Which color combinations work well with #161719?
Because #161719 is such a grounded neutral, it anchors bright, saturated colors perfectly without clashing. It pairs effectively with muted metallic tones like gold or silver for luxury branding, or stays crisp when placed against bright white, high-contrast layouts.
Is #161719 readable on white or black?
#161719 has a 17.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.17:1 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.