#163FCC Hex Color
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This intense, saturated blue projects authority and security, making it a reliable choice for finance and corporate UI designs. Because it is quite dark, use it as a 60 percent dominant background to establish a moody, serious tone. The hex code for this shade is #163fcc. White text pairs perfectly against it, ensuring high readability for both small body copy and large interface elements.
Questions about #163fcc
What is #163fcc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #163fcc is rgb(22, 63, 204), in HSL hsl(226, 81%, 44%) and in CMYK 89%, 69%, 0%, 20%.
What design aesthetic works best with #163fcc?
#163fcc excels in corporate and financial UI designs where trust and security are paramount. Because the color is dark and saturated, it functions effectively as a bold, dominant background color paired with white or very light text for maximum readability.
Does #163fcc pair well with neutral colors?
#163fcc creates a clean, sophisticated look when paired with light gray or crisp white. For a more modern, high-contrast interface, consider using a soft cream to balance the intense saturation and provide visual relief.
Is #163fcc readable on white or black?
#163fcc has a 8.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.61:1 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.