#161925 Hex Color
A grounded and serious deep indigo
#161925 is a murky, near-black indigo that feels heavy and serious. Because of its extremely low lightness, it functions best as a dark mode background or a stabilizing base for high-contrast UI elements. It lacks the starkness of pure black, offering a softer, more grounded alternative. Pair this hex code with metallic accents or muted creams to prevent it from appearing too flat or muddy.
Questions about #161925
What is #161925 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #161925 is rgb(22, 25, 37), in HSL hsl(228, 25%, 12%) and in CMYK 41%, 32%, 0%, 85%.
Does #161925 read as a cool or warm color?
#161925 reads definitively cool, leaning into deep indigo territory rather than true neutral black. Because of its blue-violet undertones, it feels more atmospheric and complex than a standard charcoal, making it an excellent choice for night-themed interfaces or sophisticated dark mode designs.
What colors pair best with #161925?
To prevent #161925 from appearing too muddy, pair it with high-contrast metallic accents or creamy, desaturated off-whites. Using lighter, cool-toned neutrals or soft slate grays will maintain the color's refined, professional aesthetic without washing out your overall design composition.
Is #161925 readable on white or black?
#161925 has a 17.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.19:1 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.