#172537 Hex Color
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The hex code #172537 is a very dark, muted blue with gray undertones and a matte, slightly ashy finish. Its low saturation creates a serious, controlled mood suited to finance, security, government, and technology designs. Use it as a dominant UI background or supporting tone, then add white text, which reaches about 15.5:1 contrast.
Questions about #172537
What is #172537 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #172537 is rgb(23, 37, 55), in HSL hsl(214, 41%, 15%) and in CMYK 58%, 33%, 0%, 78%.
What colors pair well with #172537?
#172537 pairs well with white, pale blue, and muted sage or terracotta accents, creating contrast without losing its controlled feel in dashboards, landing pages, and product interfaces with a restrained visual hierarchy.
Does #172537 read as warm or cool?
#172537 reads as a cool, dark blue-gray because its blue hue and low saturation create a subdued, ashy appearance rather than the warmth associated with red, yellow, or brown undertones.
Is #172537 readable on white or black?
#172537 has a 15.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.35:1 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.