#1A0100 Hex Color
A near-black shade with organic depth
This near-black tone carries a heavy, sooty weight that reads as more organic than a standard jet black. With its subtle crimson undertones, the hex code #1a0100 creates a premium, moody atmosphere for editorial backgrounds or high-end branding. It works best as a dominant base, especially when paired with metallic gold or cream text, where the stark contrast makes the content pop with authority.
Questions about #1a0100
What is #1a0100 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1a0100 is rgb(26, 1, 0), in HSL hsl(2, 100%, 5%) and in CMYK 0%, 96%, 100%, 90%.
What colors pair well with #1a0100 in a design layout?
Does #1a0100 work better than standard jet black for branding?
#1a0100 offers a more organic, premium feel compared to the stark neutrality of pure black. Its subtle crimson depth reduces visual harshness, making it an excellent choice for luxury editorial projects where you want a moody atmosphere.
Is #1a0100 readable on white or black?
#1a0100 has a 20.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.04:1 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.