#113754 Hex Color
Deep, reliable navy for professional branding
This dark, muted navy acts as a steady anchor for corporate or security-focused UI designs. With its dusty, unsaturated character, #113754 provides a professional alternative to black backgrounds. It offers exceptional contrast for white text, ensuring readability. If you are learning how to make black, this cool, controlled shade demonstrates how complex blue undertones add depth to a palette.
Questions about #113754
What is #113754 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #113754 is rgb(17, 55, 84), in HSL hsl(206, 66%, 20%) and in CMYK 80%, 35%, 0%, 67%.
Is #113754 a suitable replacement for black in UI design?
Yes, #113754 functions as a high-contrast neutral that feels less harsh than pure black while maintaining readability against white text. It provides a grounded, secure aesthetic that makes it ideal for corporate interfaces, banking dashboards, or professional web platforms.
What colors pair best with #113754?
Is #113754 readable on white or black?
#113754 has a 12.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.69:1 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.