#196A8A Hex Color
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This desaturated blue carries a dim, moody presence that works well for tech and security-focused interfaces. Because it sits in a mid-tone range, it provides enough contrast for white text to remain legible. The hex code #196a8a functions best as a dominant base color. Try pairing it with warm, muted terracottas to keep the design from feeling too cold or sterile.
Questions about #196a8a
What is #196a8a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #196a8a is rgb(25, 106, 138), in HSL hsl(197, 69%, 32%) and in CMYK 82%, 23%, 0%, 46%.
What colors pair best with #196a8a?
#196a8a works best when balanced against warm, desaturated neutrals to prevent the design from feeling too clinical or sterile. Try pairing it with terracotta or soft sand tones to create a welcoming, sophisticated interface that retains professional reliability.
Is #196a8a readable on white or black?
#196a8a has a 6.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.46:1 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.