#1E1D1C Hex Color
A serious near-black with somber weight
This near-black grey sits on the edge of complete neutrality, carrying a serious, somber weight. Because #1e1d1c offers excellent contrast against white text, it serves as a sophisticated base for dark mode interfaces. Pair it with muted gold or copper accents to avoid a flat look. The hex code for this moody, ashy shade is #1e1d1c.
Questions about #1e1d1c
What is #1e1d1c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1e1d1c is rgb(30, 29, 28), in HSL hsl(30, 3%, 11%) and in CMYK 0%, 3%, 7%, 88%.
What colors pair best with #1e1d1c for a sophisticated look?
Is #1e1d1c suitable for reading text in dark mode interfaces?
#1e1d1c is an excellent choice for dark mode interfaces because it maintains a high-contrast ratio against white or light grey text while feeling softer and more natural than pure black. It reduces eye strain while preserving a sharp, professional reading experience.
Is #1e1d1c readable on white or black?
#1e1d1c has a 16.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.24:1 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.