#1B0F79 Hex Color
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#1b0f79 is a saturated, deep indigo that carries significant weight without feeling muddy. Its darkness makes it an excellent choice for full-screen UI backgrounds where high contrast is necessary. Pair this navy-leaning shade with crisp white text for maximum readability, as the color provides a 15.1:1 ratio. It serves as a strong, professional base for formal design systems or moody, atmospheric brand palettes.
Questions about #1b0f79
What is #1b0f79 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1b0f79 is rgb(27, 15, 121), in HSL hsl(247, 78%, 27%) and in CMYK 78%, 88%, 0%, 53%.
What makes #1b0f79 a good choice for UI design?
#1b0f79 provides a 15.1:1 contrast ratio against white text, making it a reliable choice for readable, professional dark-mode interfaces. Its deep, saturated tone prevents designs from feeling muddy while maintaining an authoritative weight for formal digital branding.
Which colors pair best with the deep indigo #1b0f79?
Is #1b0f79 readable on white or black?
#1b0f79 has a 15.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.39:1 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.