#175676 Hex Color
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#175676 is a muted, desaturated blue with a distinct, cool temperature. Its low lightness makes it an excellent choice for a dominant base or a grounding background in serious UI designs. Pair it with crisp white text to achieve a high contrast ratio that ensures perfect readability. The hex code for this dim, professional shade is #175676.
Questions about #175676
What is #175676 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #175676 is rgb(23, 86, 118), in HSL hsl(200, 67%, 28%) and in CMYK 81%, 27%, 0%, 54%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What makes #175676 a good choice for interface design?
The low lightness of #175676 provides a stable, grounding backdrop that reduces eye strain in digital dashboards. It maintains high readability when paired with crisp white text, making it ideal for professional applications where clarity and a serious tone matter most.
Which colors create a harmonious palette with #175676?
Using #175676 alongside a clean off-white creates a professional, high-contrast interface. For accent colors, adding a touch of warm terracotta or soft gold provides a needed contrast to the cool, muted nature of this blue base.
Is #175676 readable on white or black?
#175676 has a 7.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.62:1 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.