#261717 Hex Color
Deep, moody charcoal with red undertones
#261717 is an extremely dark, desaturated red that leans toward a dusty, inky charcoal. Because it possesses such heavy, muted tones, this hex code works best as a sophisticated base for moody UI designs. It offers exceptional contrast for white text, making it a functional choice for dark mode applications. Pair this shade with soft metallics or muted creams to prevent it from feeling too heavy.
Questions about #261717
What is #261717 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #261717 is rgb(38, 23, 23), in HSL hsl(0, 25%, 12%) and in CMYK 0%, 39%, 39%, 85%.
Where should I use #261717 in a UI design?
#261717 excels as a primary background color for dark mode interfaces because its heavy, muted composition reduces eye strain compared to pure black. It offers a sophisticated foundation that makes white or light-toned typography appear crisp and highly legible.
What colors pair well with #261717?
This dark shade works best when balanced by high-contrast accents like soft creams or muted metallics to prevent the overall design from feeling too heavy. Pair #261717 with a warm ivory or a muted gold to introduce warmth and visual interest.
Is #261717 readable on white or black?
#261717 has a 17.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.21:1 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.