#1B5E78 Hex Color
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#1b5e78 is a dusty, unsaturated blue that feels grounded and serious. This dark tone works as a solid base for corporate branding or moody UI layouts. Because of its 7.2:1 contrast ratio, white text remains sharp and legible against it. If you want to learn what colors make gray, this hue provides a similar desaturated quality. The hex code for this color is #1b5e78.
Questions about #1b5e78
What is #1b5e78 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1b5e78 is rgb(27, 94, 120), in HSL hsl(197, 63%, 29%) and in CMYK 78%, 22%, 0%, 53%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #1b5e78?
#1b5e78 works best when paired with neutral off-whites or soft creams to keep the interface readable. For a more sophisticated palette, try contrasting this muted blue with a warm terracotta or a light sand to balance its cool, industrial temperature.
Is #1b5e78 readable on white or black?
#1b5e78 has a 7.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.91:1 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.