#1A38A4 Hex Color
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This saturated, deep blue carries a heavy, serious mood suitable for corporate or legal branding. Because #1a38a4 offers high contrast against white text, it works well as a grounding base for UI headers or full-page backgrounds. It feels authoritative rather than purely decorative. If you are experimenting with mixing blue to achieve this intensity, keep in mind that its coolness pairs best with metallic accents or crisp grays.
Questions about #1a38a4
What is #1a38a4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1a38a4 is rgb(26, 56, 164), in HSL hsl(227, 73%, 37%) and in CMYK 84%, 66%, 0%, 36%.
What colors pair best with #1a38a4 in professional design?
Pair #1a38a4 with crisp, neutral grays or metallic silver accents to maintain a clean, corporate aesthetic. Using warm metallics like gold or bronze can create a sophisticated, high-end contrast that elevates the seriousness of this deep blue.
Is #1a38a4 a good choice for text-heavy UI backgrounds?
While #1a38a4 provides an excellent, stable backdrop for light-colored interface elements, avoid using it as a text color because it lacks the necessary contrast against dark backgrounds. It is best reserved for solid headers, buttons, or large branded footer sections.
Is #1a38a4 readable on white or black?
#1a38a4 has a 9.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.14:1 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.