#1B1629 Hex Color
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This extremely dark, inky violet sits near black, offering a moody alternative for backgrounds. Because it is so saturated and dim, it works best when paired with soft cream or pastel accents to avoid feeling muddy. The hex code for this shade is #1b1629. It provides excellent contrast for white text, making it a reliable choice for readable, high-contrast dark mode interfaces.
Questions about #1b1629
What is #1b1629 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1b1629 is rgb(27, 22, 41), in HSL hsl(256, 30%, 12%) and in CMYK 34%, 46%, 0%, 84%.
How should I use #1b1629 in UI design?
Use #1b1629 as a sophisticated dark background for interfaces where you need readability without the harshness of pure black. It pairs beautifully with cream or pastel pink text to create a soft, modern, and accessible high-contrast design.
Why does #1b1629 look like black but feel different?
While #1b1629 is incredibly dark, its subtle violet undertones prevent it from appearing flat or muddy on screen. This specific saturation makes it feel warmer and more premium than a standard neutral black, adding depth to your color palette.
Is #1b1629 readable on white or black?
#1b1629 has a 17.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.19:1 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.