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#1C1D1C Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #1C1D1C including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#1C1D1C Color Information

#1C1D1C RGB value is (28, 29, 28). The hex color red value is 28, green is 29, and blue is 28. Its HSL format shows a hue of 120°, saturation of 2 percent, and lightness of11 percent. The CMYK process values are 3 percent, 0 percent, 3 percent, 89percent.

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#1C1D1C Color Meaning

color #1C1D1C communicates absolute depth, digital void, and immersive minimalism. Unlike traditional black, which can feel heavy or oppressive, Color #1C1D1C is calibrated for screens—deep enough to recede, yet precise enough to define edges without glare. #1C1D1C near-total absence of light enhances contrast for UI elements while reducing eye strain in low-light conditions, a key consideration in modern app design. Psychologically, Color #1C1D1C triggers associations with mystery, focus, and sensory reduction. #1C1D1C strips away distraction, forcing attention onto what remains in the frame. In fashion and tech branding, #1C1D1C signals cutting-edge precision and quiet confidence. Spiritually, Color #1C1D1C represents the unmanifest—the space before creation—and invites contemplation of absence as a form of presence. #1C1D1C is not emptiness, but potential held in suspense.

Color Conversion

Convert #1C1D1C across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#1C1D1C
RGB
rgb(28, 29, 28)
HSL
hsl(120°, 2%, 11%)
CMYK
cmyk(3%, 0%, 3%, 89%)
HSV
hsv(120°, 3%, 11%)
XYZ
1.1279 1.2094 1.2726
Yxy
1.2094 0.3124 0.3350
Hunter Lab
10.9973 -0.0022 0.0014
CIE-Lab
10.6269 -0.7264 0.5203

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red28 / 255 (11%)
11%
Green29 / 255 (11%)
11%
Blue28 / 255 (11%)
11%

CMYK Values

Cyan3 / 100 (3%)
Magenta0 / 100 (0%)
Yellow3 / 100 (3%)
Key (Black)89 / 100 (89%)
89%

Color Variations

#1C1D1C harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#1C1D1C harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #1C1D1C for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

16.91:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

16.91:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

16.91:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #1C1D1C appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

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protanopia

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Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #1C1D1C;

Text Color

color: #1C1D1C;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #1C1D1C;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #1C1D1C40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #1C1D1C;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #1C1D1C 0%, #151615 100%);

#1C1D1C Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #1C1D1C color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.