#1C0D09 Hex Color
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This near-black tone functions as a somber alternative to pure black. With its faint red undertones, #1c0d09 works well as a sophisticated background for dark mode interfaces or premium branding. Because of its extremely low lightness, use white text for optimal readability. It pairs unexpectedly well with soft golds or dusty pinks to break up the gloomy, ink-like density of the shade.
Questions about #1c0d09
What is #1c0d09 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c0d09 is rgb(28, 13, 9), in HSL hsl(13, 51%, 7%) and in CMYK 0%, 54%, 68%, 89%.
What colors pair best with the near-black #1c0d09?
Soft metallic tones like gold or muted dusty pink create the best visual balance with #1c0d09. These accents soften the ink-like density of the shade and prevent designs from feeling too clinical or purely flat against a dark screen.
Is #1c0d09 suitable for text on a white background?
Using #1c0d09 as text on a white background provides excellent, high-contrast readability that is easier on the eyes than pure black. It maintains a strong, formal professional appearance while feeling slightly more approachable and warmer than standard #000000 black.
Is #1c0d09 readable on white or black?
#1c0d09 has a 18.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.11:1 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.