#1A313B Hex Color
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A murky, dark cyan with strong grey undertones, #1a313b functions best as a modern alternative to black. Its heavy, muted character suits professional UI backgrounds or moody branding. Because it offers high readability with white text, you can use it for large blocks of content without straining the eyes. Pair this color with warm copper or muted gold accents to break its somber mood.
Questions about #1a313b
What is #1a313b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1a313b is rgb(26, 49, 59), in HSL hsl(198, 39%, 17%) and in CMYK 56%, 17%, 0%, 77%.
What makes #1a313b a good choice for UI backgrounds?
#1a313b offers exceptional readability for white text because of its dark, muted saturation, effectively reducing eye strain compared to pure black. It provides a softer, more modern contrast that keeps professional layouts clean and easy to navigate on screens.
Which accent colors work best with #1a313b?
This color pairs beautifully with warm metallics like copper or muted gold, which cut through its heavy grey undertones. For a balanced, high-contrast look, incorporate soft creams or off-whites to maintain the sophisticated mood without creating harsh visual jarring.
Is #1a313b readable on white or black?
#1a313b has a 13.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.54:1 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.