#231E24 Hex Color
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#231e24 is an extremely dark, desaturated violet that sits just on the edge of black. Because of its muted, ashy quality, it acts as a more sophisticated alternative to pure black for UI backgrounds. Use this hex code to build moody, serious interfaces where white text remains highly legible. It pairs beautifully with soft, metallic accents or muted golds to create a refined, high-end feel.
Questions about #231e24
What is #231e24 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #231e24 is rgb(35, 30, 36), in HSL hsl(290, 9%, 13%) and in CMYK 3%, 17%, 0%, 86%.
Is #231e24 a good alternative to pure black?
#231e24 functions as a superior alternative to pure black because its subtle violet undertone reduces eye strain and provides a softer, more organic feel to web interfaces. It maintains high contrast with white text while feeling less harsh than absolute black.
What colors pair well with #231e24?
This deep tone pairs beautifully with metallic accents like champagne or muted gold for a luxurious look. For a clean, modern interface, combine #231e24 with crisp white or off-white to ensure the text remains legible without creating a jarring visual contrast.
Is #231e24 readable on white or black?
#231e24 has a 16.37:1 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.