#193169 Hex Color

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#193169 is a deep, muted navy with cold, dusty undertones. Its serious character makes it a strong choice for corporate branding or institutional interfaces where authority is key. While it works well as a background color, pairing it with clean white text provides excellent readability due to the high contrast ratio. Use the hex code #193169 when you need a professional, reliable foundation for modern design systems.

Questions about #193169

What is #193169 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #193169 is rgb(25, 49, 105), in HSL hsl(222, 62%, 25%) and in CMYK 76%, 53%, 0%, 59%.
What makes #193169 effective for professional design?
#193169 works well because its deep, muted character conveys authority without feeling aggressive. It functions best as a dark background where white text maintains high legibility, making it a standard choice for institutional interfaces, financial dashboards, and corporate branding systems.
Which colors pair best with #193169?
This navy pairs naturally with crisp neutrals like white or light gray for high-contrast text. For accent colors, it benefits from lighter, warmer shades like gold or cream, which cut through the cold, dusty intensity of the base navy.
Is #193169 readable on white or black?
#193169 has a 12.46:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.68:1 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.