Dark Moon
Also known as: Cynical Black , Pot Black , Thamar Black , Matt Black
As a deep take on gray, Dark Moon carries quiet and sophisticated energy that suits neutral backgrounds and minimal interfaces. Its complement lands in gray territory, which makes for striking two-color pairings. Accessibility-wise, it clears AA for text on white at 17.95:1.
Reference
Dark Moon color codes
- HEX
- #161718
- RGB
- rgb(22, 23, 24)
- RGBA
- rgba(22, 23, 24, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(210, 4%, 9%)
- HSV
- hsv(210, 8%, 9%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(8%, 4%, 0%, 91%)
- LAB
- lab(7.7 -0.3 -0.9)
- OKLCH
- oklch(20.4% 0.003 248.0)
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 cool
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 4.6
- RAL 9005: Jet black #0A0A0D · ΔE 3.1 · 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 Moon works
- Web & UI: Dark enough for body text and icons on white backgrounds. It passes WCAG AA as-is.
- Interiors: Strong for a whole room, excellent in doses: an accent wall, cabinetry, or a statement chair.
- Fashion: A wardrobe neutral: it anchors outfits and pairs with nearly any accent color.
- Branding: Craft and heritage material: coffee, leather goods, and premium packaging live here.
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, and empty-state illustrations, but not text.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece, a top, scarf, or shoes, against neutral basics.
Copy as: every ecosystem
Variations
Tints, shades, and tones of Dark Moon
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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 Moon 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 17.95:1
AA pass AAA pass AA large pass
Aa on black
contrast 1.17:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large fail
Best text color on a Dark Moon background: #ffffff
Palettes
Palettes featuring Dark Moon
Dark Moon with its complement
Soft neighbors of Dark Moon
Dark Moon triad
Explore
Similar colors
- Sooty #141414 · ΔE 1.2
- Sinister #12110E · ΔE 2.9
- Raven #0B0B0B · ΔE 2.9
- Lead #212121 · ΔE 3.3
- King Kong #161410 · ΔE 3.4
- Black Metal #060606 · ΔE 3.7
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Dark Moon is closest to Sooty .
FAQ
Dark Moon FAQs
What color is Dark Moon?
Dark Moon is a dark gray with the hex code #161718. In HSL terms it has a hue of 210°, 4% saturation, and 9% lightness.
What is the hex code for Dark Moon?
The hex code for Dark Moon is #161718. In RGB it's rgb(22, 23, 24), and in CMYK it's cmyk(8%, 4%, 0%, 91%).
What colors go well with Dark Moon?
Dark Moon pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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