#1A2737 Hex Color
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The hex code #1a2737 is a dark, muted blue with a slightly gray, inky cast. Its low saturation creates a matte, understated mood suited to security, finance, technology, and government interfaces. Use it as a dominant dark background with white text, which reaches about 15.1:1 contrast and supports accessible body copy.
Questions about #1a2737
What is #1a2737 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1a2737 is rgb(26, 39, 55), in HSL hsl(213, 36%, 16%) and in CMYK 53%, 29%, 0%, 78%.
What colors pair well with #1a2737 in a design?
Pair #1a2737 with burgundy, warm off-white, or subdued brass to add contrast without losing its restrained mood, using pale dusty blue for secondary accents and keeping brighter colors to small, deliberate areas.
Is #1a2737 readable on white or black?
#1a2737 has a 15.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.38:1 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.