#1C1C1C Hex Color
Dense and serious near-black charcoal shade
This near-black charcoal is dense and serious, avoiding the harshness of pure black. Its lack of saturation makes it a sophisticated choice for UI backgrounds or minimalist typography. Because it maintains excellent contrast ratios with white text, #1c1c1c works well as a dominant base for dark mode interfaces. The hex code for this neutral, stable shade is #1c1c1c.
Questions about #1c1c1c
What is #1c1c1c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c1c1c is rgb(28, 28, 28), in HSL hsl(0, 0%, 11%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 0%, 89%.
Why use #1c1c1c instead of pure black?
#1c1c1c provides a softer visual experience by avoiding the intense contrast and harshness associated with pure black. Using this subtle charcoal helps reduce eye strain in dark mode interfaces while still maintaining a professional and high-contrast look for white text.
What design aesthetic does #1c1c1c support?
This shade leans into minimalist and modern design languages that prioritize clarity and stability. Because it is highly neutral, it anchors a layout effectively and allows accent colors, like a muted sage or soft terracotta, to stand out without competing for visual dominance.
Is #1c1c1c readable on white or black?
#1c1c1c has a 17.04:1 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.