#1618B7 Hex Color
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The hex code #1618b7 is a saturated, deep blue with a cool violet undertone and strong visual weight. Its serious, controlled character suits security, finance, technology, and formal branding. Use it as a dominant UI background or dark-mode base, then pair it with burgundy or warm ivory. White text remains highly readable against this color.
Questions about #1618b7
What is #1618b7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1618b7 is rgb(22, 24, 183), in HSL hsl(239, 79%, 40%) and in CMYK 88%, 87%, 0%, 28%.
What colors pair well with #1618b7?
Burgundy, warm ivory, and muted neutrals pair well with #1618b7, balancing its saturated blue-violet intensity while preserving a serious, polished mood; ivory and white create crisp contrast, whereas burgundy adds warmth without overpowering the blue.
Is #1618b7 warm or cool?
#1618b7 reads as a cool color because its deep blue base carries a violet undertone, giving it a controlled, formal appearance rather than a warm or playful one in most layouts. Its saturation also makes it feel bold, dense, and visually authoritative.
Is #1618b7 readable on white or black?
#1618b7 has a 11.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.84:1 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.