Dark Matter
Also known as: Scandinavian Liquorice, Knight Rider, Asphalt, Chyornyi Black
Quietly sleek and formal, Dark Matter is a neutral-toned black that earns its keep in luxury branding and editorial typography. A black counterpart from the complementary harmony gives it the most tension. On white it reads clearly at 20.42:1 contrast — safe for body text under WCAG AA.
Dark Matter color codes
- HEX
- #110101
- RGB
- rgb(17, 1, 1)
- RGBA
- rgba(17, 1, 1, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(0, 89%, 4%)
- HSV
- hsv(0, 94%, 7%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 94%, 94%, 93%)
- LAB
- lab(1.3 4.7 1.7)
- OKLCH
- oklch(11.7% 0.040 25.9)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
subtle red undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: black#000000 · ΔE 6.1
- RAL 9005 — Jet black#0A0A0D · ΔE 5.9 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Dark Matter works
- Web & UI: Use it directly for text on light surfaces; it clears AA contrast without adjustment.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land — front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- Fashion: Works as a base layer or outerwear tone that lets brighter pieces do the talking.
- Branding: As a brand anchor it reads established and tactile; pair with a single vivid accent for energy.
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively — dividers, chart series, illustration accents — and let neutrals carry the type.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Dark Matter
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Dark Matter by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 20.42:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 1.03:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Best text color on a Dark Matter background: #ffffff
Palettes featuring Dark Matter
Dark Matter with its complement
Soft neighbors of Dark Matter
Dark Matter triad
Similar colors
- Asphalt#130A06 · ΔE 3.1
- Blackout#0E0702 · ΔE 4.4
- Bats Cloak#1F1518 · ΔE 4.5
- Liquorice#0A0502 · ΔE 4.7
- Balsamico#130D07 · ΔE 4.9
- Black Metal#060606 · ΔE 6.1
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Dark Matter is closest to Black Metal.
Dark Matter FAQs
What color is Dark Matter?
Dark Matter is a dark black with the hex code #110101. In HSL terms it has a hue of 0°, 89% saturation, and 4% lightness.
What is the hex code for Dark Matter?
The hex code for Dark Matter is #110101. In RGB it's rgb(17, 1, 1), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 94%, 94%, 93%).
What colors go well with Dark Matter?
Dark Matter pairs naturally with black tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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