#164A78 Hex Color
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The hex code #164a78 is a deep, unsaturated navy that projects authority and stable professionalism. Its dim, moody character makes it a strong choice for formal backgrounds in finance or security interfaces. This shade provides excellent legibility for white text with a 9.2:1 contrast ratio. Use it as a solid foundation, pairing it with bright, warm metallics to balance its cold, reserved tone.
Questions about #164a78
What is #164a78 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #164a78 is rgb(22, 74, 120), in HSL hsl(208, 69%, 28%) and in CMYK 82%, 38%, 0%, 53%.
What design styles work best with #164a78?
The color #164a78 excels in corporate and technical environments where trust and authority are required. It creates a high-contrast foundation for interface buttons or backgrounds when paired with white or light silver accents to maintain a clean, readable layout.
Does #164a78 pair well with warm colors?
Is #164a78 readable on white or black?
#164a78 has a 9.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.28:1 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.