#193770 Hex Color
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#193770 is a cool, desaturated navy that leans into professional and moody territory. Because it is quite dark, it functions best as a dominant base for UI backgrounds or corporate branding, offering high contrast for white text. Avoid using it alongside other dark, muted shades to prevent a muddy appearance. The hex code for this serious blue is #193770.
Questions about #193770
What is #193770 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #193770 is rgb(25, 55, 112), in HSL hsl(219, 64%, 27%) and in CMYK 78%, 51%, 0%, 56%.
How should I use #193770 in UI design?
This deep navy works best as a primary background or a text color for branding that requires a sense of authority. Its dark nature makes it ideal for high-contrast white text, ensuring excellent readability without needing additional heavy styling.
What colors pair well with #193770?
To keep your design from feeling muddy, pair #193770 with high-contrast neutrals like crisp white or light gray tones. If you need an accent color, using bright citrus yellow or pale cream creates a balanced, modern look.
Is #193770 readable on white or black?
#193770 has a 11.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.82:1 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.