#1B2149 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This muted, inky indigo provides a somber, professional base for corporate branding and serious design themes. Because #1b2149 is highly saturated with darkness, it pairs well with metallic accents or bright, high-contrast typography. Use this hex code as a dominant background to maintain readability, as it supports white text with excellent contrast. It feels stable and authoritative without the aggressive edge of pure black.
Questions about #1b2149
What is #1b2149 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1b2149 is rgb(27, 33, 73), in HSL hsl(232, 46%, 20%) and in CMYK 63%, 55%, 0%, 71%.
What colors pair best with #1b2149 for a balanced design?
#1b2149 functions best when paired with high-contrast, lighter neutrals to maintain readability. Try using crisp whites, light silver, or soft cool grays to pop against its dark, inky depth. Avoid muddier, mid-tone colors that might bleed into its dark intensity.
Is #1b2149 readable on white or black?
#1b2149 has a 15.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.36:1 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.