#191613 Hex Color
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Dark grey with a warm brown undertone, #191613 works as a near-black base for dark mode interfaces, moody layouts, and minimal typography. White text on it reaches roughly 18:1 contrast, clearing WCAG AA with room to spare. It reads softer than pure black, which keeps large surfaces from feeling harsh. Pair it with warm neutrals or a burnt orange accent for depth.
Questions about #191613
What is #191613 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #191613 is rgb(25, 22, 19), in HSL hsl(30, 14%, 9%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 24%, 90%.
What colors pair well with #191613?
Warm neutrals like cream, sand, and terracotta bring out its brown undertone. Burnt orange or muted gold accents also work, while cooler blues read sharper against it.
Is #191613 a good choice for dark mode backgrounds?
Yes. At very low lightness with a slight warm cast, it feels less stark than pure black and still supports white text at about 18:1 contrast, well above AA requirements.
Is #191613 readable on white or black?
#191613 has a 18.01:1 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.