#222019 Hex Color
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#222019 is a near-black shade with heavy, dusty yellow undertones. Because it sits so close to black, it functions best as a moody background or a subtle alternative to harsh charcoal. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold to pull out its warmer hints. The hex code #222019 offers excellent readability for white text, ensuring your dark mode interfaces remain sharp and professional.
Questions about #222019
What is #222019 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #222019 is rgb(34, 32, 25), in HSL hsl(47, 15%, 12%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 26%, 87%.
What colors pair well with #222019 in a design palette?
Soft cream and muted gold are excellent choices because they naturally pull out the dusty yellow undertones hidden within #222019. For a cleaner, sharper look, consider pairing it with a stark off-white or a desaturated sage to maintain that moody, sophisticated atmosphere.
Why use #222019 instead of a standard black or charcoal?
This shade provides a more organic, grounded feel than pure black because its yellow undertones soften the overall presentation. It functions perfectly for dark mode interfaces where you need deep contrast but want to avoid the cold, clinical harshness found in standard grays.
Is #222019 readable on white or black?
#222019 has a 16.29:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.28:1 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.