#1A5A74 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #1a5a74 is a cool blue with subtle green undertones and a dusty finish. Its serious, dependable character suits finance, technology, government, and security branding, especially as a dominant interface background with white text. The hex code #1a5a74 provides about a 7.6:1 contrast ratio, supporting clear body text under WCAG AA.
Questions about #1a5a74
What is #1a5a74 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1a5a74 is rgb(26, 90, 116), in HSL hsl(197, 63%, 28%) and in CMYK 78%, 22%, 0%, 55%.
What colors pair well with #1a5a74?
#1a5a74 pairs well with white, soft off-white, pale blue, muted teal, and warm neutrals such as sand or beige, creating balanced palettes that feel calm, trustworthy, and polished without losing its cool character.
Does #1a5a74 read as a warm or cool color?
#1a5a74 reads as a cool, dark blue because its blue base is softened by subtle green undertones rather than warmed by red or yellow in most lighting and digital interface settings. Its dusty finish keeps the coolness restrained and dependable.
Is #1a5a74 readable on white or black?
#1a5a74 has a 7.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.75:1 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.