#15528F Hex Color
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This deep blue, #15528f, projects authority, making it a standard for finance and technology branding. With a high contrast ratio of 8.0:1 against white, it remains legible even for small body text. While designers often learn what colors make gray to dull a palette, this hex code holds its saturation firmly. Use it as a dominant base for professional UI designs.
Questions about #15528f
What is #15528f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #15528f is rgb(21, 82, 143), in HSL hsl(210, 74%, 32%) and in CMYK 85%, 43%, 0%, 44%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Where does #15528f work best in UI design?
#15528f serves as an excellent anchor color for headers, primary buttons, or data visualization elements where trust and clarity are required. Because it maintains high legibility against white, it remains a reliable choice for professional dashboards and mobile apps.
What colors pair well with #15528f?
This deep blue balances beautifully with soft gray neutrals for a modern corporate look or with vibrant accents like amber to create high-energy contrast. For a more sophisticated palette, try pairing it with muted cream to soften its authoritative edge.
Is #15528f readable on white or black?
#15528f has a 7.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.63:1 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.