#171615 Hex Color
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#171615 is an ultra-dark, near-black grey with neutral undertones. It creates a serious, sophisticated atmosphere in dark mode interfaces. Because this color is so close to black, it provides excellent contrast for white text, far exceeding standard accessibility requirements. Use this hex code as a subtle alternative to pure black to reduce eye strain while maintaining a grounded, professional design palette.
Questions about #171615
What is #171615 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #171615 is rgb(23, 22, 21), in HSL hsl(30, 5%, 9%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 9%, 91%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
Why should I use #171615 instead of pure black?
Using #171615 creates a softer, more sophisticated look than absolute black while significantly reducing eye strain for users in dark mode. It provides enough depth to anchor a layout without the visual harshness associated with high-contrast, pure black backgrounds.
What colors pair well with #171615?
Is #171615 readable on white or black?
#171615 has a 18.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.16:1 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.