#1A1A2E Hex Color
A deeply grounded near-black indigo
#1a1a2e is a heavily desaturated, near-black indigo that feels grounded and somber. Because of its intense darkness, it serves best as a dominant base for dark mode interfaces rather than an accent. This shade provides excellent readability for white text, offering a sharp 17.1:1 contrast ratio. It pairs unexpectedly well with warm, metallic golds to soften its gloomy, night-sky aesthetic.
Questions about #1a1a2e
What is #1a1a2e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1a1a2e is rgb(26, 26, 46), in HSL hsl(240, 28%, 14%) and in CMYK 43%, 43%, 0%, 82%.
Why is #1a1a2e effective for dark mode interfaces?
The deep, near-black indigo of #1a1a2e provides a professional, grounding foundation that significantly reduces eye strain compared to pure black backgrounds. It offers a naturally high 17.1:1 contrast ratio against white text, ensuring maximum readability for long-form content.
Which colors pair best with #1a1a2e?
Warm, metallic golds work exceptionally well with #1a1a2e to soften its inherent gloom and create a sophisticated, premium aesthetic. You can also pair it with soft, muted greys or crisp whites to maintain a clean, minimal look without losing the depth of the indigo base.
Is #1a1a2e readable on white or black?
#1a1a2e has a 17.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.23:1 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.