#171008 Hex Color
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#171008 is an incredibly dark, soot-like brown that borders on black. Due to its extreme depth and low lightness, it works best as a moody background or a subtle alternative to pure black. This shade provides excellent contrast for white text in interface designs. Use the hex code #171008 sparingly to avoid making a layout feel heavy or muddy.
Questions about #171008
What is #171008 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #171008 is rgb(23, 16, 8), in HSL hsl(32, 48%, 6%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 65%, 91%.
When should I use #171008 instead of pure black?
Use #171008 when you want to avoid the harshness of pure black while maintaining extreme depth. It creates a softer, more organic feel that is easier on the eyes for text-heavy backgrounds or dark-mode interface elements.
What colors pair well with #171008?
Is #171008 readable on white or black?
#171008 has a 18.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.11:1 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.