#191D28 Hex Color
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This inky, desaturated blue feels almost grey due to its heavy black undertones. The hex code for this shade is #191d28. It serves as an excellent, somber base for tech or dark mode interfaces where you need readability without the harshness of pure black. Pair it with soft, muted accents like dusty rose or cream to prevent the layout from feeling too cold or sterile.
Questions about #191d28
What is #191d28 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #191d28 is rgb(25, 29, 40), in HSL hsl(224, 23%, 13%) and in CMYK 38%, 27%, 0%, 84%.
How can I use #191d28 effectively in UI design?
#191d28 serves as an excellent, readable base for dark mode interfaces because it avoids the harsh contrast of pure black. Pair it with soft, muted accents like dusty rose or cream to prevent the final layout from appearing too sterile or cold.
Is #191d28 a cool or warm color?
#191d28 leans distinctly cool due to its deep blue composition, though its heavy black saturation makes it appear neutral in most digital contexts. It reads as a sophisticated, somber charcoal that provides structure without the rigidity of absolute black.
Is #191d28 readable on white or black?
#191d28 has a 16.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.24:1 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.