#153966 Hex Color
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#153966 is a cool, saturated navy that functions as a dependable anchor for professional designs. Its dark, heavy character makes it ideal for corporate branding or moody web interfaces. While this deep blue pairs well with warm accents like cream or gold, it holds its own as a primary background. If you are mixing black to add depth, this shade offers a cleaner alternative. The hex code is #153966.
Questions about #153966
What is #153966 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #153966 is rgb(21, 57, 102), in HSL hsl(213, 66%, 24%) and in CMYK 79%, 44%, 0%, 60%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #153966 in a design system?
Is #153966 suitable for text on a white background?
Yes, #153966 provides excellent contrast against pure white backgrounds, meeting most accessibility standards for readability. Because it is a highly saturated, dark blue, it functions as a more approachable and less jarring alternative to standard black text.
Is #153966 readable on white or black?
#153966 has a 11.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.80:1 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.