#17618C Hex Color
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#17618c is a dark, cool blue with a slightly teal undertone and muted saturation. Its serious, dependable mood suits finance, security, healthcare, government, and technology interfaces. Use it as a dominant background or strong supporting tone, then add white text for readable contrast. The hex code #17618c also fits moody branding and nautical layouts.
Questions about #17618c
What is #17618c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #17618c is rgb(23, 97, 140), in HSL hsl(202, 72%, 32%) and in CMYK 84%, 31%, 0%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #17618c in a palette?
#17618c pairs well with warm copper, pale neutrals, and muted orange-red tones, because these lighter or warmer partners open up its dark, cool base while preserving a serious, dependable visual tone. Reserve the warmest accent for calls to action or small highlights.
Where does #17618c work best in a layout?
Use #17618c as a dominant background or supporting brand tone in finance, security, healthcare, and technology layouts, especially behind large white type where its darkness creates clear hierarchy and a controlled, dependable mood. For dense data or small details, brighter accents can prevent the interface from feeling heavy.
Is #17618c readable on white or black?
#17618c has a 6.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.12:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.