#1B263A Hex Color
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#1b263a is a dark, muted blue with a dusty, ashy cast and very low saturation. Its matte depth suggests seriousness and control without strong visual noise. Use this hex code as a dominant background for dark interfaces, finance, or security branding. White text reads clearly on it, meeting WCAG AA body-text contrast needs.
Questions about #1b263a
What is #1b263a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1b263a is rgb(27, 38, 58), in HSL hsl(219, 36%, 17%) and in CMYK 53%, 34%, 0%, 77%.
What colors pair well with #1b263a?
Pair #1b263a with off-white, muted green-blue, or a restrained burgundy to add contrast without losing its serious tone. Use off-white for text, while green-blue or burgundy works best as a small accent against its dark, low-saturation base.
What mood does #1b263a create in design?
#1b263a creates a serious, controlled mood because its low saturation and dark value reduce visual energy. The blue base adds trust and stability, while its ashy finish keeps the result understated for government, law, finance, and security work.
Is #1b263a readable on white or black?
#1b263a has a 15.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.38:1 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.