#1A1E3B Hex Color
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This inky, desaturated shade feels heavy and grounded, lacking the vibrancy of standard navy. It functions best as a dominant dark-mode background, providing a subtle, professional alternative to pure black. The high contrast against white text makes it an accessible choice for interface design. The hex code is #1a1e3b.
Questions about #1a1e3b
What is #1a1e3b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1a1e3b is rgb(26, 30, 59), in HSL hsl(233, 39%, 17%) and in CMYK 56%, 49%, 0%, 77%.
Where should I use #1a1e3b in UI design?
#1a1e3b works exceptionally well as a primary background color for modern dark-mode interfaces. Because it is slightly softer than pure black, it reduces eye strain while maintaining a high-contrast foundation for white or light grey typography.
What colors pair well with #1a1e3b?
Is #1a1e3b readable on white or black?
#1a1e3b has a 16.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.29:1 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.