#212124 Hex Color
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#212124 is a dark, low-saturation grey with a faint cool, violet-leaning undertone. Its dim, ashy character suggests seriousness, restraint, and depth. The hex code #212124 works well as a dominant dark interface background, especially with white text, which reaches about 16.1:1 contrast. Use brighter accents to prevent large layouts from feeling gloomy.
Questions about #212124
What is #212124 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #212124 is rgb(33, 33, 36), in HSL hsl(240, 4%, 14%) and in CMYK 8%, 8%, 0%, 86%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #212124?
#212124 pairs well with soft white, muted sage, dusty terracotta, and restrained metallic tones because its low saturation lets warmer accents add contrast without making the palette feel overly bright. Use those accents sparingly in buttons, highlights, or editorial details.
Is #212124 readable on white or black?
#212124 has a 16.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.30:1 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.