#211C19 Hex Color
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This near-black, ashy grey holds a dense, neutral quality that functions perfectly as a subtle alternative to pure black. Because it lacks aggressive saturation, #211c19 provides a stable background for high-contrast typography. Pair it with soft cream or muted ochre to avoid a harsh, jarring appearance. The hex code for this moody, serious shade is #211c19, which offers excellent readability for white text in interface design.
Questions about #211c19
What is #211c19 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #211c19 is rgb(33, 28, 25), in HSL hsl(23, 14%, 11%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 24%, 87%.
How should I use #211c19 in interface design?
Use #211c19 as a softer, more sophisticated alternative to standard black for text or background elements. It pairs exceptionally well with cream or muted ochre to create a high-contrast look that feels less jarring than pure black on white.
Is #211c19 readable on white or black?
#211c19 has a 16.87:1 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.