#18294D Hex Color
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#18294d is a dark, muted blue with low saturation and a cool, slightly gray undertone. Its matte depth suggests seriousness, reliability, and control, making it effective for finance, security, government, and corporate interfaces. Use it as a dominant background with white text, which achieves about 14.4:1 contrast. The hex code is #18294d.
Questions about #18294d
What is #18294d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #18294d is rgb(24, 41, 77), in HSL hsl(221, 52%, 20%) and in CMYK 69%, 47%, 0%, 70%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #18294d?
#18294d pairs well with white, soft gray, pale blue, and muted warm accents such as terracotta or gold. Light neutrals create clear contrast, while restrained warm tones keep the palette from feeling too cold.
Does #18294d look warm or cool?
#18294d reads as a cool blue because its low saturation and gray undertone temper the color, giving it a restrained, dependable appearance rather than a bright or lively one. It suits calm, controlled visual designs.
Is #18294d readable on white or black?
#18294d has a 14.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.46:1 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.