#113547 Hex Color

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A dusty, desaturated shade of blue, #113547 functions as an excellent dark base for corporate or security-focused UI designs. Its moody, dim character provides high contrast against white text, making it readable for body copy. Because it lacks intense chroma, designers often use it in place of pure black when a softer, more professional look is required. If you want to see how to make black using other ratios, compare them against the hex code #113547.

Questions about #113547

What is #113547 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #113547 is rgb(17, 53, 71), in HSL hsl(200, 61%, 17%) and in CMYK 76%, 25%, 0%, 72%.
How should I use #113547 in UI design?
#113547 functions as an excellent dark base or background choice that reads softer than pure black. It provides high contrast against white text while maintaining a professional, security-focused aesthetic that feels modern and restrained.
What colors pair well with #113547?
This deep blue balances beautifully with warm neutrals like cream or soft beige for a sophisticated contrast. It also works well with vibrant accents, such as mustard or coral, which pop effectively against its dark, muted background.
Is #113547 readable on white or black?
#113547 has a 12.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.62:1 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.