#1B1C14 Hex Color
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#1b1c14 is an extremely dark, desaturated yellow that reads almost like a shadowy, dusty charcoal. Because it is so moody and dim, it functions best as a sophisticated background color for dark-mode interfaces rather than an accent. Pair it with crisp white typography for high contrast, as the 17.2:1 ratio ensures excellent legibility. Use the hex code #1b1c14 to ground serious, minimal designs.
Questions about #1b1c14
What is #1b1c14 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1b1c14 is rgb(27, 28, 20), in HSL hsl(68, 17%, 9%) and in CMYK 4%, 0%, 29%, 89%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
Is #1b1c14 suitable for text on a white background?
Using #1b1c14 as a text color on a standard white background is an excellent choice for readability. It mimics pure black while providing a softer, more organic feel that reduces eye strain in editorial layouts and long-form digital reading.
Why does #1b1c14 look different than pure black?
The #1b1c14 hex color contains a touch of desaturated yellow, which gives it a slight warmth compared to a neutral, blue-toned black. This subtle undertone makes it a more versatile choice for backgrounds, as it prevents the harshness associated with absolute darkness.
Is #1b1c14 readable on white or black?
#1b1c14 has a 17.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.22:1 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.