#163573 Hex Color
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This deep navy acts as a stable foundation for corporate branding and dark UI backgrounds. White text stands out sharply against the hex code #163573, providing an 11.7:1 contrast ratio for excellent legibility. It performs best as a dominant 60% base color rather than for fine details. If you need to soften this cool tone, mixing purple into your design palette creates unexpected visual depth.
Questions about #163573
What is #163573 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #163573 is rgb(22, 53, 115), in HSL hsl(220, 68%, 27%) and in CMYK 81%, 54%, 0%, 55%.
Which accent colors pair best with #163573?
Soft slate or warm terracotta tones create a balanced palette when paired with #163573. The neutrality of the deep navy allows vibrant accent colors to stand out without competing for visual dominance.
Is #163573 readable on white or black?
#163573 has a 11.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.79:1 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.