Egyptian Blue
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Egyptian Blue is a saturated, authoritative shade that commands attention without feeling aggressive. It sits firmly between true blue and navy, offering a stable, moody foundation for corporate or tech interfaces. Because it is highly pigmented, it creates excellent contrast against white text, making it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds. The hex code for Egyptian Blue is #1034a6.
Questions about Egyptian Blue
What is the hex code for Egyptian Blue?
Egyptian Blue is #1034a6. In RGB that is rgb(16, 52, 166), in HSL hsl(226, 82%, 36%) and in CMYK 90%, 69%, 0%, 35%.
What colors pair best with #1034a6 in a design palette?
Egyptian Blue pairs best with crisp neutrals like light gray or cream to balance its intensity. For a more sophisticated corporate look, consider accenting it with muted gold or warm terracotta to add depth without clashing with the blue's strong, cool undertones.
Is Egyptian Blue readable on white or black?
Egyptian Blue has a 10.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.06:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.