Licorice
Meet Licorice, #141414. This deep, near-black shade is a sophisticated alternative to absolute black. Its subtle character offers a rich, solid foundation for digital interfaces, providing depth without the harshness of a true black, making it a modern and versatile choice.
Licorice Code Conversions
HEX
#141414
LAB
6, 0, 0
RGB
20, 20, 20
XYZ
0.7, 0.7, 0.8
HSL
0°, 0%, 8%
LCH
6, 0, 158°
HSB
0°, 0%, 8%
LUV
6, 0, 0
HWB
0°, 8%, 92%
Licorice Color Harmonies
Analogous
An analogous palette pairs Licorice with its neighbors on the color wheel, resulting in a visually cohesive and composed color scheme.
Complementary
To find a complementary color for Licorice, look to the opposite side of the color wheel. This pairing produces a vibrant, energetic contrast.
Split Complementary
Split complementary palettes for Licorice use the two colors adjacent to its direct complement, offering a vibrant yet balanced visual contrast.
Triadic
A triadic scheme uses three colors equidistant on the color wheel. With Licorice, this creates a vibrant palette with bold, balanced contrast.
Tetradic
Tetradic palettes, like these for Licorice, are built from two pairs of complementary colors, creating a rectangle on the color wheel for rich results.
Square
A square color scheme uses four colors evenly spaced on the color wheel. With Licorice, this creates a vibrant, high-contrast palette with rich variety.
Licorice Contrast Simulation
Licorice Color Variations
Shades
Shades are darker versions of Licorice, made by adding black to create depth and weight.
Tints
Tints are lighter versions of Licorice, created by adding white for a softer appearance.
Tones
Tones are muted versions of Licorice, created by adding gray to soften its saturation.
Hues
Hues are variations of Licorice, sharing its base color but with different intensities or temperatures.
What Interfaces Use Colors Like Licorice?
