#252323 Hex Color
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This nearly black charcoal offers a softer, more grounded alternative to pure black. Because of its extreme depth and low light reflection, #252323 excels as a background base for high-contrast UI interfaces. It remains highly readable with white typography, providing excellent accessibility. Use this hex code when you need a sophisticated, moody neutral that avoids the harshness of stark black.
Questions about #252323
What is #252323 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #252323 is rgb(37, 35, 35), in HSL hsl(0, 3%, 14%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 5%, 85%.
Is #252323 better for UI design than pure black?
Using #252323 is often better for digital interfaces because it reduces eye strain while maintaining a high-contrast ratio against white text. It provides the same sophisticated, moody depth as pure black but feels less harsh on long-form reading screens.
What colors pair well with #252323?
This deep shade pairs beautifully with muted, earthy tones like sage or soft terracotta to create a grounded, professional palette. It also works as a solid anchor for bright, high-contrast accent colors when you want to avoid a monochromatic look.
Is #252323 readable on white or black?
#252323 has a 15.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.34:1 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.