#1C1C30 Hex Color
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#1c1c30 is a dark, dusty indigo that carries a moody, serious weight. It functions best as a dominant base for UI backgrounds, where its desaturated tone anchors a layout without overwhelming the eye. This hex code offers excellent contrast for white text, achieving a 16.7:1 ratio. Use it alongside soft cream or muted gold to balance its heavy, inky character.
Questions about #1c1c30
What is #1c1c30 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c1c30 is rgb(28, 28, 48), in HSL hsl(240, 26%, 15%) and in CMYK 42%, 42%, 0%, 81%.
What colors pair well with #1c1c30?
Pair #1c1c30 with cream or muted gold to soften its heavy, inky nature. These lighter, warmer tones prevent the dark indigo from feeling too severe while maintaining the sophisticated, professional balance necessary for high-end digital design or branding projects.
Is #1c1c30 a good choice for UI backgrounds?
This color works exceptionally well as a dark mode UI base because it achieves a 16.7:1 contrast ratio against standard white text. That extreme readability ensures your interface remains accessible and clear, even when you are working with such a moody, desaturated shade.
Is #1c1c30 readable on white or black?
#1c1c30 has a 16.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.25:1 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.