#13189E Hex Color
An authoritative, intense blue with deep saturation
#13189e is a high-saturation, intense blue with significant depth. It feels authoritative and professional, serving as a stable base for corporate or tech-focused UI designs. Because this hex code is quite dark, use white text for optimal readability. It pairs effectively with lighter deeper blue tones to build contrast, though avoid using it in large, flat blocks that may overwhelm smaller compositions.
Questions about #13189e
What is #13189e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #13189e is rgb(19, 24, 158), in HSL hsl(238, 79%, 35%) and in CMYK 88%, 85%, 0%, 38%.
How should I use #13189e in professional web design?
#13189e works best as a bold anchor color for headers, buttons, or navigation bars where you need to convey authority and reliability. Always pair this dark shade with white or very light text to ensure your interface remains accessible and legible for all users.
What colors pair well with #13189e for a balanced palette?
This deep blue pairs effectively with lighter sky blue tones to build a monochromatic depth without losing contrast. For more visual energy, use it alongside a warm mustard yellow or a crisp white to create a modern, high-impact aesthetic.
Is #13189e readable on white or black?
#13189e has a 12.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.65:1 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.