#1E1F1F Hex Color
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An exceptionally deep, muted grey, this shade serves as a softer alternative to pure black. It maintains high legibility with white text, providing a 16.5:1 contrast ratio that works well for dark mode interfaces. Use the hex code #1e1f1f as a background anchor for minimal layouts. Just avoid using it in small, dark-on-dark scenarios where fine details might vanish into the background.
Questions about #1e1f1f
What is #1e1f1f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1e1f1f is rgb(30, 31, 31), in HSL hsl(180, 2%, 12%) and in CMYK 3%, 0%, 0%, 88%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What design styles suit the #1e1f1f hex color?
This shade works perfectly for minimal, modern aesthetic interfaces that require a grounded anchor without the heavy intensity of absolute black. It provides a sophisticated, professional mood that complements muted primary colors and works well with off-white typography.
Is #1e1f1f readable on white or black?
#1e1f1f has a 16.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.27:1 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.