#182B55 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, deep blue carries a dusty, muted tone that feels both serious and restrained. Because #182b55 offers excellent contrast, it works well as a dark background for white typography in UI design. It lacks the punch of primary colors, making it a reliable choice for corporate branding or financial dashboards where authority is the goal. Pair it with soft creams rather than bright whites to avoid high-contrast fatigue.
Questions about #182b55
What is #182b55 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #182b55 is rgb(24, 43, 85), in HSL hsl(221, 56%, 21%) and in CMYK 72%, 49%, 0%, 67%.
How should I use #182b55 in user interface design?
#182b55 works best as a dark background for white text because it offers high readability without the harshness of pure black. Use it for financial or corporate branding applications where you need to convey authority and stability through a restrained, professional palette.
What colors pair well with #182b55 for a balanced scheme?
Is #182b55 readable on white or black?
#182b55 has a 13.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.51:1 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.