#2B331D Hex Color
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This extremely dark, dusty lime leans heavily into its olive undertones. Because #2b331d is so muted, it functions best as a grounding neutral rather than a primary pop of color. It pairs effectively with off-white or soft cream to maintain legibility in dark mode interfaces. Use this hex code as a moody background color where you need to establish a sense of depth and serious, natural stillness.
Questions about #2b331d
What is #2b331d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2b331d is rgb(43, 51, 29), in HSL hsl(82, 28%, 16%) and in CMYK 16%, 0%, 43%, 80%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
How can I effectively use #2b331d in a UI design?
#2b331d functions best as a dark background color that provides a sophisticated alternative to pure black or charcoal. To maintain high legibility in interface design, pair this deep olive with off-white or soft cream text for a natural, high-contrast look.
Is #2b331d considered a warm or cool color?
While it is extremely dark and muted, #2b331d leans into the warm side of the spectrum due to its strong olive and earthy yellow undertones. This prevents it from feeling like a harsh, cold charcoal and gives it an organic, forest-inspired quality.
Is #2b331d readable on white or black?
#2b331d has a 13.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.59:1 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.