#195E8C Hex Color
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This dark, unsaturated blue carries a professional, reliable weight. It serves as an effective base for tech and security branding where legibility is a priority. Since white text offers a 7.0:1 contrast ratio, use it for body copy and UI backgrounds. Pair #195e8c with soft creams to prevent the color from feeling too cold or gloomy. The hex code for this shade is #195e8c.
Questions about #195e8c
What is #195e8c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #195e8c is rgb(25, 94, 140), in HSL hsl(204, 70%, 32%) and in CMYK 82%, 33%, 0%, 45%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #195e8c?
Pair #195e8c with soft cream or warm beige to balance its cool, technical intensity. These lighter neutrals prevent the blue from feeling too gloomy or sterile, creating a balanced palette suitable for modern, professional web interfaces.
Is #195e8c suitable for body text in user interfaces?
Yes, #195e8c works effectively for body copy when placed against a white or off-white background. It provides a strong 7.0:1 contrast ratio, ensuring excellent readability while appearing softer and less jarring than pure black text.
Is #195e8c readable on white or black?
#195e8c has a 6.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.02:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.