#17475C Hex Color
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#17475c is a dark, muted blue with cool green-gray undertones and low saturation. Its dim, navy-leaning appearance suggests seriousness, trust, and control. The hex code #17475c works well as a dominant background for finance, technology, government, or nautical designs, with white text providing strong contrast for readable interfaces.
Questions about #17475c
What is #17475c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #17475c is rgb(23, 71, 92), in HSL hsl(198, 60%, 23%) and in CMYK 75%, 23%, 0%, 64%.
What colors pair well with #17475c?
#17475c pairs especially well with burgundy, warm ivory, and restrained brass accents, which add contrast without weakening its serious character. Use lighter neutrals for space and legibility, then reserve warmer accents for buttons or key details.
Is #17475c readable on white or black?
#17475c has a 10.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.09:1 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.