#1D2A25 Hex Color
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#1d2a25 is an incredibly dark, muted teal that sits just above black. Its dusty, ashy character makes it an excellent alternative to pure black for UI backgrounds or branding that requires a softer, moodier aesthetic. White text offers supreme legibility against this shade, hitting a 14.9:1 contrast ratio. Use it to ground your design while maintaining a sophisticated, understated presence without the harshness of darker neutrals.
Questions about #1d2a25
What is #1d2a25 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1d2a25 is rgb(29, 42, 37), in HSL hsl(157, 18%, 14%) and in CMYK 31%, 0%, 12%, 84%.
Why is #1d2a25 better than pure black for UI design?
#1d2a25 provides a softer, more sophisticated aesthetic by reducing eye strain while maintaining the high contrast needed for readable text. Its subtle teal undertones ground your design, avoiding the harshness that typically comes with using absolute black on white backgrounds.
What colors pair well with #1d2a25 for a professional palette?
Is #1d2a25 readable on white or black?
#1d2a25 has a 14.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.41:1 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.