#1A071C Hex Color
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With its almost-black value and muted violet undertone, #1a071c is a dark, ashy purple with a cold, sooty finish. The hex code #1a071c creates a serious, mysterious base for moody interfaces, luxury packaging, gaming, or spiritual designs. Use white text for strong readability, while brighter accents keep large areas from feeling muddy.
Questions about #1a071c
What is #1a071c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1a071c is rgb(26, 7, 28), in HSL hsl(294, 60%, 7%) and in CMYK 7%, 75%, 0%, 89%.
Does white text work well on #1a071c?
White text works exceptionally well on #1a071c, with about a 19.2:1 contrast ratio that exceeds the WCAG AA 4.5:1 requirement for body text. It suits dark-mode panels, navigation, and small labels, though colored text should be checked separately.
What colors pair well with #1a071c?
#1a071c pairs well with mauve, dusty rose, muted gold, and soft cream, which add separation without erasing its somber character. Use one lighter companion for text or surfaces, then reserve a brighter accent for calls to action.
Is #1a071c readable on white or black?
#1a071c has a 19.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.09:1 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.