#181834 Hex Color
An ultra-dark navy for professional designs
This ultra-dark, muted navy offers a grounded alternative to pure black. Because it lacks high chroma, #181834 creates a stable, serious backdrop for corporate and formal UI designs. It reads exceptionally well with bright white text, providing high contrast for body copy. Use this hex code as a base color rather than an accent to maintain a professional, cohesive appearance across your project.
Questions about #181834
What is #181834 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #181834 is rgb(24, 24, 52), in HSL hsl(240, 37%, 15%) and in CMYK 54%, 54%, 0%, 80%.
How does #181834 function in UI design compared to black?
#181834 provides a softer, more sophisticated backdrop for interfaces than pure black, which can often feel too harsh. Using this deep navy allows for excellent legibility with white text while maintaining a grounded, professional feel for your brand's digital presence.
What color palettes work best with #181834?
Is #181834 readable on white or black?
#181834 has a 17.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.21:1 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.