Black Forest
General Information about #081B00
The hexadecimal color code #081B00 represents a very dark shade of green. It is often referred to as 'Black Forest' due to its resemblance to the deep, shadowed hues found within dense woodlands. In the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) color model, #081B00 is composed of 3.14% red, 10.59% green, and 0% blue. In the CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) color model, it consists of 70% cyan, 0% magenta, 100% yellow, and 89% black. This color's darkness results in a very low luminance value, which means it reflects very little light. The origin of its name is the Black Forest region in southwest Germany.
The color #081B00, a very dark shade of green often referred to as Black Forest, presents significant accessibility challenges, primarily due to its extremely low luminance. When used as text, it requires a very light background to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards for contrast ratio. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text to ensure readability for users with visual impairments. Using #081B00 for interactive elements like buttons or links is strongly discouraged unless paired with meticulously chosen, high-contrast complementary colors for hover and focus states. Designers should consider alternative, lighter shades of green or incorporate clear visual cues besides color to convey meaning. Thoroughly testing the color combination with accessibility tools is crucial to ensure compliance and inclusivity, preventing users with low vision or color blindness from experiencing difficulty accessing the content.
Shades
Digital Color Formats
Alternative colors
- #22450b
A slightly lighter green that provides better contrast while maintaining a natural, earthy feel.
- #364e06
A dark olive green, offering improved visibility without straying too far from the original dark forest aesthetic.
- #336600
For interactive elements, consider #336600 to give the user a visual signal.
Applications
Web Design Accent
In web design, #081B00 can serve as an accent color to evoke feelings of nature, mystery, or sophistication. It's suitable for backgrounds in small sections, such as headers or footers, especially when paired with lighter text. When using it for text, make sure that the text size is big enough, and always use a light color like white or a light-grey tone as the text color. It should be used sparingly due to its darkness and potential accessibility issues. It is fitting for websites related to environmental organizations, forestry, or luxury brands seeking a unique and understated aesthetic.
Interior Design Accent
In interior design, #081B00 can be used to create a sophisticated and grounding atmosphere. It is well suited for accent walls in living rooms or bedrooms. Further it can be combined with natural materials like wood and stone to enhance the natural theme. Due to the dark nature of the color it should be paired with brighter colors, and a lot of light sources.
Fashion Accent
In fashion, #081B00 can be used for dresses or pants, if a dark and mysterious look should be achieved. In general it's better suited for accessories like belts, bags or shoes. It can be combined with brighter colors like gold to create a contrast. To avoid the outfit looking too dark, brighter colors should be used as well.