#134B7C Hex Color
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This dark, desaturated navy conveys professional stability and quiet authority. With its heavy chroma, the hex code #134b7c works best as a dominant base for corporate or legal branding rather than a small accent. It offers excellent contrast for white text, making it a functional choice for clean UI design. When mixing gray tones to soften your palette, this color provides a structured, serious foundation.
Questions about #134b7c
What is #134b7c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #134b7c is rgb(19, 75, 124), in HSL hsl(208, 73%, 28%) and in CMYK 85%, 40%, 0%, 51%.
What makes #134b7c effective for user interface design?
#134b7c functions as an ideal base for text-heavy layouts because it offers high legibility against white backgrounds. Its heavy chroma ensures the color maintains its depth without overwhelming the eye, keeping the interface feeling clean, structured, and professional.
What color palettes work best with #134b7c?
This navy pairs naturally with crisp whites and soft grays to maintain its authoritative tone. For a subtle contrast, consider using light silver accents or a muted taupe to soften the overall appearance of your design scheme.
Is #134b7c readable on white or black?
#134b7c has a 9.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.32:1 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.