#1B476D Hex Color
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#1b476d is a desaturated, deep blue that projects serious authority and professional stability. Because this shade is quite dark, it works best as a primary background for high-contrast, light-colored typography. While it pairs predictably with white, try using it alongside soft copper accents to add warmth and unexpected character. The hex code for this moody, corporate blue is #1b476d.
Questions about #1b476d
What is #1b476d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1b476d is rgb(27, 71, 109), in HSL hsl(208, 60%, 27%) and in CMYK 75%, 35%, 0%, 57%.
What colors pair well with #1b476d for a balanced design?
#1b476d pairs effectively with soft, warm neutrals to counteract its cool intensity. Try adding copper or light champagne accents to create a sophisticated look, or stick to crisp, clean off-whites to maintain maximum readability for typography and UI elements.
Is #1b476d suitable for professional text backgrounds?
#1b476d serves as an excellent, high-authority background color for modern, corporate-focused websites. Because it is quite dark, you should pair it with high-contrast, light-colored typography to ensure optimal legibility and meet standard accessibility requirements for your digital projects.
Is #1b476d readable on white or black?
#1b476d has a 9.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.16:1 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.