Umbra
Also known as: Dynamic Black, Abaddon Black, Velvet Black, Eye Patch
Expect quiet and sophisticated associations from Umbra — a deep gray well suited to neutral backgrounds and minimal interfaces. Match it with gray accents when the design calls for energy over calm. On white it reads clearly at 16.53:1 contrast — safe for body text under WCAG AA.
Umbra color codes
- HEX
- #211E1F
- RGB
- rgb(33, 30, 31)
- RGBA
- rgba(33, 30, 31, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(340, 5%, 12%)
- HSV
- hsv(340, 9%, 13%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 9%, 6%, 87%)
- LAB
- lab(11.6 1.7 -0.1)
- OKLCH
- oklch(23.9% 0.005 355.2)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
subtle pink undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: black#000000 · ΔE 7.4
- RAL 8022 — Black brown#211F20 · ΔE 0.7 · 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 Umbra 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 Umbra
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Umbra 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 16.53:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 1.27:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Best text color on a Umbra background: #ffffff
Palettes featuring Umbra
Umbra with its complement
Soft neighbors of Umbra
Umbra triad
Similar colors
- Lead#212121 · ΔE 2.5
- Ink Black#252024 · ΔE 2.7
- Nero#252525 · ΔE 3.1
- Darth Vader#27252A · ΔE 3.4
- Dark Moon#161718 · ΔE 3.7
- Sooty#141414 · ΔE 4.1
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Umbra is closest to Lead.
Umbra FAQs
What color is Umbra?
Umbra is a dark gray with the hex code #211E1F. In HSL terms it has a hue of 340°, 5% saturation, and 12% lightness.
What is the hex code for Umbra?
The hex code for Umbra is #211E1F. In RGB it's rgb(33, 30, 31), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 9%, 6%, 87%).
What colors go well with Umbra?
Umbra pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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