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Rich Black

#1A1320

Rich Black is a cool dark color with the hex code #1A1320. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 26, 19, 32 in digital design or CMYK 19%, 41%, 0%, 87% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Rich Black Color Values

HEX
#1A1320
RGB
26, 19, 32
HSL
272°, 25%, 10%
CMYK
19, 41, 0, 87

About this color

Rich Black sits at 272° 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 19%, 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: #1A1320;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 26, 19, 32;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#1A1320',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 19%
M: 41%
Y: 0%
K: 87%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(26, 19, 32)
rgba(26, 19, 32, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 272° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #1A1320?
#1A1320 is Rich Black, a cool dark color with RGB values of 26, 19, 32. It has a hue of 272°, 25% saturation, and 10% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #1A1320?
The RGB color code for #1A1320 is rgb(26, 19, 32). This means it contains 26 red, 19 green, and 32 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Rich Black a warm or cool color?
Rich Black (#1A1320) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #1A1320 in CSS?
You can use #1A1320 in CSS with: background-color: #1A1320; or color: #1A1320; or as an RGB value: rgb(26, 19, 32). For print design, use CMYK: 19%, 41%, 0%, 87%.