#16171E Hex Color
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This nearly black indigo brings a dusty, muted quality to dark mode interfaces. Because it leans so dark, it works best as a primary background color rather than for small text or fine details. Use it to create a moody, expansive sense of depth, especially when paired with soft metallics or high-contrast white text. The hex code for this dim shade is #16171e.
Questions about #16171e
What is #16171e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #16171e is rgb(22, 23, 30), in HSL hsl(233, 15%, 10%) and in CMYK 27%, 23%, 0%, 88%.
Where should I use #16171e in my interface design?
#16171e performs best as a full-page background color for dark mode layouts where you need depth without the harshness of pure black. Its indigo undertone provides a softer, more sophisticated alternative for modern web and mobile application interfaces.
What colors pair well with the deep tone of #16171e?
High-contrast white or light silver text creates the best readability against #16171e due to the dark base. For accent colors, muted metallics like champagne or subtle desaturated teals create a moody, cohesive professional aesthetic for dark-themed UI components.
Is #16171e readable on white or black?
#16171e has a 17.86:1 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.