#163743 Hex Color
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The hex code #163743 is a dark, muted cyan with gray-green undertones and low saturation. Its gloomy depth suits moody branding, technology interfaces, aerospace themes, and focused productivity layouts. Use it as a dominant background with warm ivory or copper accents. White text remains highly legible, making this shade effective for dark-mode UI and small body copy.
Questions about #163743
What is #163743 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #163743 is rgb(22, 55, 67), in HSL hsl(196, 51%, 17%) and in CMYK 67%, 18%, 0%, 74%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #163743?
#163743 pairs well with warm ivory for a restrained contrast, while copper or terracotta accents add warmth without overpowering its muted cyan base. Soft sage can extend the gray-green character in a quieter palette.
Does #163743 read as warm or cool?
#163743 reads as a cool color because its cyan base is balanced by gray-green undertones, but its deep value gives it a grounded, subdued presence rather than a bright or icy feel.
Where does #163743 work best?
#163743 works best as a dark background for technology interfaces, aerospace-inspired layouts, dashboards, and focused productivity tools. Its low saturation creates a serious, contained mood, while lighter text and warm accents keep the design from feeling overly heavy.
Is #163743 readable on white or black?
#163743 has a 12.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.66:1 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.