Dark Matter
Also known as: Scandinavian Liquorice , Knight Rider , Asphalt , Chyornyi Black
Dark Matter is a deep, vivid black that reads as sleek and formal. It earns its place 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.
Reference
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)
Analysis
Color intelligence
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Gamut
The full range of colors a device or space can show. sRGB is the common screen gamut; Display P3 is wider. A color outside a gamut cannot be shown accurately there and must be mapped inward.Full glossary entry →Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
Undertone
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neutral, leaning warm
subtle red undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →- 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: a 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 for dividers, chart series, and 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
Variations
Tints, shades, and tones of Dark Matter
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Harmonies
Color harmonies
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →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
Accessibility
Contrast & accessibility
Aa on white
contrast 20.42:1
AA pass AAA pass AA large pass
Aa on black
contrast 1.03:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large fail
Best text color on a Dark Matter background: #ffffff
Palettes
Palettes featuring Dark Matter
Dark Matter with its complement
Soft neighbors of Dark Matter
Dark Matter triad
Explore
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 .
FAQ
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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