#145C7C Hex Color
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Reach for dark blue when a design needs a steady, low-key base. With its muted saturation and deep value, #145c7c reads as dependable rather than flashy, which suits finance dashboards, government portals, and nautical branding. White text hits about 7.4:1 contrast against it, so small body copy stays readable. Pair it with terracotta or muted coral to keep the coolness from going flat.
Questions about #145c7c
What is #145c7c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #145c7c is rgb(20, 92, 124), in HSL hsl(198, 72%, 28%) and in CMYK 84%, 26%, 0%, 51%.
What colors pair well with #145c7c?
Warm accents like terracotta, muted coral, and sandy beige balance the coolness of #145c7c and stop it from feeling flat. For a moodier palette, try burgundy or charcoal gray.
What mood does #145c7c convey?
The low saturation and dark value give it a serious, contained feel rather than an energetic one. That makes it a natural fit for security, accounting, and healthcare work where trust matters more than excitement.
Is #145c7c readable on white or black?
#145c7c has a 7.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.85:1 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.