#161E10 Hex Color
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#161e10 is a near-black shade of lime with heavy dusty, olive undertones. Its low lightness and muted saturation create a somber, grounded mood perfect for dark mode interfaces or moody, nature-inspired branding. While it makes a sturdy, legible background for white text, avoid using it in small UI details where its dark value might appear muddy. The hex code for this deep, earthy tone is #161e10.
Questions about #161e10
What is #161e10 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #161e10 is rgb(22, 30, 16), in HSL hsl(94, 30%, 9%) and in CMYK 27%, 0%, 47%, 88%.
What colors pair well with #161e10?
#161e10 works beautifully with cream or soft beige to create a high-contrast yet natural aesthetic. For a more sophisticated palette, try pairing this olive-leaning shade with muted terracotta or deep mustard accents to highlight its organic, earthy roots.
Is #161e10 suitable for UI text?
#161e10 is generally too dark and low-contrast for small, readable body text, but it excels as a high-end background for white or off-white typography. Avoid using it for fine details or small lines where the olive undertones might become indistinguishable from pure black.
Is #161e10 readable on white or black?
#161e10 has a 17.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.22:1 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.