#1715A3 Hex Color
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This vivid, high-saturation blue feels authoritative and grounded. Because #1715a3 is quite intense, it works best as a primary branding element or a bold background rather than fine text. Pair it with soft cream or light gray to balance its weight. The hex code #1715a3 maintains excellent contrast against white, making it a reliable choice for UI designs that need to project stability and professionalism.
Questions about #1715a3
What is #1715a3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1715a3 is rgb(23, 21, 163), in HSL hsl(241, 77%, 36%) and in CMYK 86%, 87%, 0%, 36%.
Where should I use the blue hex #1715a3 in a user interface?
#1715a3 works best as a primary action button or an accent color in dashboard designs to convey stability and focus. Due to its high saturation, avoid using it for large blocks of background or small, thin text to maintain readability.
What colors pair well with the deep blue of #1715a3?
Pair #1715a3 with a soft cream or light gray to effectively balance its heavy, intense visual weight. These lighter neutral tones allow the vibrancy of the blue to pop without overwhelming the overall layout of your design.
Is #1715a3 readable on white or black?
#1715a3 has a 12.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.67:1 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.