#1B2440 Hex Color
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#1b2440 is a dark, muted blue with inky gray undertones and a cool, matte finish. Its subdued saturation creates a serious, stable mood suited to finance, security, government, and corporate branding. Use this hex code as a dominant background with white text, which achieves about a 15.3:1 contrast ratio for clear, accessible reading.
Questions about #1b2440
What is #1b2440 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1b2440 is rgb(27, 36, 64), in HSL hsl(225, 41%, 18%) and in CMYK 58%, 44%, 0%, 75%.
Which colors pair well with #1b2440?
#1b2440 pairs well with white, soft gray, and restrained blue accents, while warmer choices such as terracotta or burgundy add contrast without overpowering its dark, cool base in balanced interface palettes.
What mood does #1b2440 convey, and where does it work best?
#1b2440 conveys a serious, stable mood through its dark value and muted blue-gray undertones, making it well suited to finance, security, government, and corporate branding, especially in polished digital interfaces.
Is #1b2440 readable on white or black?
#1b2440 has a 15.29:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.37:1 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.