#1919B5 Hex Color
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This saturated, intense blue carries a weight that feels both professional and authoritative. Because it is highly pigmented, #1919b5 works best as a primary branding color or a bold UI accent rather than a full page background. It provides excellent contrast with white text, making it a reliable choice for corporate or tech interfaces that require high readability and a serious, stable aesthetic.
Questions about #1919b5
What is #1919b5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1919b5 is rgb(25, 25, 181), in HSL hsl(240, 76%, 40%) and in CMYK 86%, 86%, 0%, 29%.
How does #1919b5 perform for text-based interfaces?
#1919b5 provides excellent readability when used as a background for white text or as a high-contrast accent against light gray surfaces. Because it is highly saturated, avoid using it for long paragraphs of body text to prevent visual fatigue.
Which color schemes work best with #1919b5?
To balance the intensity of #1919b5, pair it with complementary oranges or gold tones to create dynamic visual interest. For a more professional corporate palette, try using it alongside shades of charcoal or silver to ground the design.
Is #1919b5 readable on white or black?
#1919b5 has a 11.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.84:1 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.