#231013 Hex Color
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This near-black red is exceptionally dark and moody. With its dusty, ashy undertones, #231013 works best as a grounding background color rather than a primary accent. It offers excellent contrast for white text, making it a reliable choice for high-end, serious interface designs. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold to cut its intensity without losing that brooding, sophisticated edge.
Questions about #231013
What is #231013 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #231013 is rgb(35, 16, 19), in HSL hsl(351, 37%, 10%) and in CMYK 0%, 54%, 46%, 86%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
How can I use #231013 effectively in interface design?
#231013 serves best as a grounding background rather than an accent, providing excellent contrast for white or light-colored typography. Its ashy, near-black nature brings a serious, high-end feel to web projects when balanced with soft neutrals like cream or muted metallics.
What colors pair well with #231013?
Is #231013 readable on white or black?
#231013 has a 18.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.15:1 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.