#1C2127 Hex Color
A sophisticated near-black with cool undertones
#1c2127 is a near-black, desaturated blue with heavy grey undertones. This extremely dark, somber shade works best as a moody background color for tech interfaces or high-end branding where black feels too harsh. Its strong, reliable character pairs well with soft gold accents or crisp white typography. The hex code for this dim, serious color is #1c2127.
Questions about #1c2127
What is #1c2127 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c2127 is rgb(28, 33, 39), in HSL hsl(213, 16%, 13%) and in CMYK 28%, 15%, 0%, 85%.
When should you choose #1c2127 instead of pure black?
Use #1c2127 when your interface design requires a dark background that feels less harsh than standard black. The subtle blue-grey undertones add depth and softness, making it an ideal choice for high-end web applications and professional tech branding.
What colors pair best with the #1c2127 shade?
This color creates a refined, high-contrast look when paired with crisp white or light, muted accents like soft gold or silver. Because of its desaturated, cool character, it also works effectively with muted teals or very light slate grays.
Is #1c2127 readable on white or black?
#1c2127 has a 16.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.29:1 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.