#2E1516 Hex Color
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This near-black, desaturated red carries a heavy, serious weight. Its extreme darkness makes it an excellent choice for a dramatic base in dark mode UI, where it provides a softer alternative to pure black. Because of its intense depth, #2e1516 pairs effectively with sharp, metallic golds or creams for a high-contrast, moody aesthetic. The hex code for this somber shade is #2e1516.
Questions about #2e1516
What is #2e1516 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2e1516 is rgb(46, 21, 22), in HSL hsl(358, 37%, 13%) and in CMYK 0%, 54%, 52%, 82%.
How can #2e1516 be used effectively in UI design?
#2e1516 works best as a primary background color for dark mode interfaces to reduce eye strain compared to harsh, pure black. Pair it with crisp cream or metallic gold text to maintain strong contrast and readability.
Does #2e1516 read as a warm or cool color?
Despite its darkness, #2e1516 retains a subtle, inherent warmth from its red undertones. This prevents the color from feeling sterile or flat, making it an excellent choice for creating a grounded yet elegant and serious atmosphere in design projects.
Is #2e1516 readable on white or black?
#2e1516 has a 17.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.23:1 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.