#1E1F1C Hex Color
A sophisticated near-black for modern interfaces
This near-black grey serves as a softer alternative to harsh, pure black. The hex code #1e1f1c provides an organic, grounded base for dark mode interfaces where screen fatigue is a concern. White text maintains excellent contrast against this tone, making it ideal for large blocks of copy. Designers often prefer this color over absolute black for a more sophisticated, less sterile aesthetic.
Questions about #1e1f1c
What is #1e1f1c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1e1f1c is rgb(30, 31, 28), in HSL hsl(80, 5%, 12%) and in CMYK 3%, 0%, 10%, 88%.
Why use #1e1f1c instead of standard pure black?
Using #1e1f1c creates a softer, more organic aesthetic that significantly reduces visual strain during extended screen time. It offers a subtle depth that feels less sterile than pure black while maintaining excellent legibility for white or light-toned text on web interfaces.
What colors pair well with #1e1f1c in a design?
Is #1e1f1c readable on white or black?
#1e1f1c has a 16.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.26:1 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.