#154E6C Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
#154e6c is a dark, muted blue with cool teal undertones and low saturation. Its serious, dependable character suits finance, technology, government, and nautical branding. Use this hex code as a dominant background with white text, which reaches about a 9.0:1 contrast ratio. Burgundy or warm gray adds depth without making the palette feel harsh.
Questions about #154e6c
What is #154e6c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #154e6c is rgb(21, 78, 108), in HSL hsl(201, 67%, 25%) and in CMYK 81%, 28%, 0%, 58%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #154e6c?
For a balanced palette, pair #154e6c with white or pale neutrals, then use burgundy or warm gray as an accent to add depth without fighting its cool teal cast or restrained mood.
Is #154e6c warm or cool?
#154e6c reads as a cool blue with muted teal undertones, giving it a composed, dependable feel rather than a bright or playful one. That restrained character suits finance, technology, civic, and nautical layouts, especially when paired with generous light space.
Is #154e6c readable on white or black?
#154e6c has a 8.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.33:1 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.