Licorice (#1b1212) Color Information
Licorice (#1b1212) RGB value is (27, 18, 18). The hex color red value is 27, green is 18, and blue is 18. Its HSL format shows a hue of 0°, saturation of 20%, and lightness of 9%, while the CMYK process values are 0%, 33%, 33%, and 89%.
Colors that pair well with Licorice (#1b1212) include Black Blue (#18171C), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Black Blue (#18171C) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.
Licorice (#1b1212) Color Meaning
Licorice (#1B1212) sits near black with a deep brown undertone. It belongs to the near-neutral class yet carries warmth beneath the surface. This shade absorbs light but avoids flatness. Therefore, Licorice (#1B1212) feels organic rather than mechanical. Designers often use it when pure black feels too sharp. Symbolism connected to Licorice (#1B1212) points toward restraint and seriousness with a human edge. It suggests discipline without coldness. In color psychology, Licorice (#1B1212) attracts people who value control but dislike extremes. That mix creates trust while maintaining authority. Historically, Licorice (#1B1212) echoes natural dyes, wood, and earth pigments. In East Asian ink traditions, brown-black tones symbolized wisdom earned through time. African textile cultures used similar shades to represent ancestry and grounded identity. These roots give Licorice (#1B1212) a quiet, enduring presence.
Color Conversion
Accurate conversions of Licorice (#1b1212) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.
RGB Values & CMYK Values
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Color Variations
A full range of Licorice (#1b1212) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.
Color Harmonies
Harmonious color schemes for Licorice (#1b1212) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.
Analogous
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Complementary
Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)
Split Complementary
Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite
Triadic
Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)
Tetradic
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Square
Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)
Double Split Complementary
Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites
Monochromatic
Variations of a single hue
Contrast Checker (WCAG)
Luminance contrast ratios for Licorice (#1b1212) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.
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Color Blindness Simulator
Simulated views of Licorice (#1b1212) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.
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Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.
CSS Examples
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Seamless Patterns
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Icons
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Real-World Applications
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Licorice (#1b1212) Color FAQs
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