#1572A1 Hex Color
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This medium blue carries a sturdy weight, making it a reliable choice for corporate UI and security applications. It functions effectively as a dominant base color in branding palettes. White text provides a readable 5.3:1 contrast ratio against this shade. The hex code for this saturated, professional blue is #1572a1.
Questions about #1572a1
What is #1572a1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1572a1 is rgb(21, 114, 161), in HSL hsl(200, 77%, 36%) and in CMYK 87%, 29%, 0%, 37%.
What colors pair well with #1572a1 in a UI design?
#1572a1 works exceptionally well when paired with neutral tones like soft slate or crisp white to maintain readability. For a stronger contrast that feels modern and balanced, consider using a warm golden rod as an accent color for call-to-action buttons.
Is #1572a1 readable on white or black?
#1572a1 has a 5.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.95:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.