#1C2425 Hex Color
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A moody, desaturated cyan, #1c2425 carries the weight of deep shadow with a dusty, greyish undertone. It functions best as a modern background for dark mode interfaces or moody branding, offering excellent readability for white text. Pair this hex code with muted copper or soft sage to cut its inherent gloom. This neutral, grounded shade provides a serious alternative to standard black or navy palettes.
Questions about #1c2425
What is #1c2425 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c2425 is rgb(28, 36, 37), in HSL hsl(187, 14%, 13%) and in CMYK 24%, 3%, 0%, 85%.
What colors pair well with #1c2425 for a balanced palette?
#1c2425 creates a sophisticated look when paired with muted copper or soft sage. These warmer tones effectively cut the inherent gloom of this deep shade, making it ideal for professional web interfaces or minimalist design branding.
Is #1c2425 a good alternative to black for UI backgrounds?
#1c2425 provides a much softer, more modern aesthetic than standard black, offering excellent readability for white text while reducing eye strain. It functions as a neutral, grounded foundation that maintains high contrast without the harshness of pure #000000.
Is #1c2425 readable on white or black?
#1c2425 has a 15.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.32:1 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.