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Rich Black

#181320

Rich Black is a cool dark color with the hex code #181320. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 24, 19, 32 in digital design or CMYK 25%, 41%, 0%, 87% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Rich Black Color Values

HEX
#181320
RGB
24, 19, 32
HSL
263°, 25%, 10%
CMYK
25, 41, 0, 87

About this color

Rich Black sits at 263° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 25% saturation and 10% lightness, this muted dark hue offers sophisticated, understated presence.

In digital design, cool colors like Rich Black work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Rich Black in print, the CMYK breakdown of 25%, 41%, 0%, 87% ensures accurate color reproduction. The high black component suggests this color will print deep and rich, though screen appearance may vary from print output.

How to use Rich Black

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #181320;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 24, 19, 32;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#181320',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 25%
M: 41%
Y: 0%
K: 87%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(24, 19, 32)
rgba(24, 19, 32, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

7 brand s with colors near 263° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #181320?
#181320 is Rich Black, a cool dark color with RGB values of 24, 19, 32. It has a hue of 263°, 25% saturation, and 10% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #181320?
The RGB color code for #181320 is rgb(24, 19, 32). This means it contains 24 red, 19 green, and 32 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Rich Black a warm or cool color?
Rich Black (#181320) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #181320 in CSS?
You can use #181320 in CSS with: background-color: #181320; or color: #181320; or as an RGB value: rgb(24, 19, 32). For print design, use CMYK: 25%, 41%, 0%, 87%.