#1C1E1F Hex Color
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This near-black charcoal offers a sophisticated, grounding base for modern UI design. With high accessibility, white text reads with excellent clarity against #1c1e1f. Because it lacks distinct chromatic undertones, it functions best as a neutral anchor for high-contrast, minimalist interfaces. The hex code #1c1e1f provides the serious, stable quality needed to keep dark mode layouts from feeling too aggressive or harsh.
Questions about #1c1e1f
What is #1c1e1f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c1e1f is rgb(28, 30, 31), in HSL hsl(200, 5%, 12%) and in CMYK 10%, 3%, 0%, 88%.
Is #1c1e1f considered a true black?
#1c1e1f is a near-black charcoal, making it a softer, more sophisticated alternative to pure black. Because it lacks harsh chromatic undertones, it provides a stable, grounding backdrop that keeps text legible without feeling aggressive on digital screens.
What colors pair well with #1c1e1f?
This neutral tone pairs beautifully with white or soft, off-white hues for high-readability text in dark mode. For accent colors, it works seamlessly with muted, cool tones like slate or sharp, vibrant highlights to create a modern, minimalist contrast.
Is #1c1e1f readable on white or black?
#1c1e1f has a 16.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.25:1 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.