#18072B Hex Color
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Near-black with a faint violet undertone, #18072b creates an imposing, serious atmosphere. This very dark shade functions best as a background color for moody, high-contrast interfaces where white text remains readable. Because it is so desaturated and ashy, avoid using it for fine text or small UI elements where it might muddy. The hex code for this cool, shadowy purple is #18072b.
Questions about #18072b
What is #18072b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #18072b is rgb(24, 7, 43), in HSL hsl(268, 72%, 10%) and in CMYK 44%, 84%, 0%, 83%.
How can #18072b be used effectively in interface design?
Use #18072b as a sophisticated background choice for dark-themed interfaces where you need readability without the harshness of pure black. It pairs exceptionally well with stark white or cream text, maintaining a moody, high-end aesthetic without feeling overly flat or industrial.
Why does #18072b look different than standard black?
While #18072b appears as a near-black, its violet undertones introduce a subtle, cool complexity that standard black lacks. This makes it an ideal choice for design systems requiring a sense of depth or mystery that standard, flat blacks cannot achieve.
Is #18072b readable on white or black?
#18072b has a 19.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.10:1 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.