#162A47 Hex Color
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#162a47 is a dark, muted blue with cool gray undertones and a reserved, serious character. Its low saturation suits corporate branding, finance interfaces, security products, and moody layouts. Use it as a dominant background with white text, which reaches about 14.4:1 contrast. The hex code #162a47 also pairs well with burgundy and warm ivory.
Questions about #162a47
What is #162a47 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #162a47 is rgb(22, 42, 71), in HSL hsl(216, 53%, 18%) and in CMYK 69%, 41%, 0%, 72%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #162a47?
Is #162a47 warm or cool, and where does it work best?
#162a47 reads as a cool, reserved blue because its dark base and gray undertones reduce warmth and vibrancy, giving it a controlled, dependable presence in digital and print design systems. It suits corporate branding, finance tools, security products, and moody layouts.
Is #162a47 readable on white or black?
#162a47 has a 14.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.45:1 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.