#194853 Hex Color
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This dim, unsaturated cyan is a moody, grounded shade with strong grayish undertones. Because it offers a solid 10.0:1 contrast ratio against white text, #194853 works exceptionally well as a primary background color for modern dark mode UI. It feels cold and serious, serving best as a base for technology or aerospace branding rather than accent work. The hex code for this cool cyan is #194853.
Questions about #194853
What is #194853 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #194853 is rgb(25, 72, 83), in HSL hsl(191, 54%, 21%) and in CMYK 70%, 13%, 0%, 67%.
Why is #194853 effective for dark mode UI designs?
#194853 provides a substantial 10.0:1 contrast ratio against standard white text, which significantly exceeds accessibility requirements for legibility. Its inherent gray depth prevents the harshness often found in pure black backgrounds while maintaining a sophisticated, modern appearance.
What colors pair well with #194853 in a design system?
Is #194853 readable on white or black?
#194853 has a 10.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.09:1 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.