#1C2375 Hex Color
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#1c2375 is a deep, cool indigo that commands attention through its serious and authoritative weight. This dark navy provides high contrast for white text, making it a reliable choice for professional UI backgrounds or moody, minimalist branding. Because it is highly saturated, it pairs well with soft creams or warm metallics. Designers often use this shade in mixing purple palettes to ground lighter, more spiritual tones.
Questions about #1c2375
What is #1c2375 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c2375 is rgb(28, 35, 117), in HSL hsl(235, 61%, 28%) and in CMYK 76%, 70%, 0%, 54%.
What colors pair well with #1c2375 for branding?
This deep indigo works exceptionally well when paired with cream or warm metallics to balance its inherent coolness. Using #1c2375 alongside muted, neutral tones prevents it from feeling too overwhelming while maintaining a sophisticated, high-end professional appearance in digital layouts.
Is #1c2375 suitable for text in user interfaces?
While #1c2375 is excellent for backgrounds due to its serious, authoritative weight, it is generally too dark for body text unless placed against a very pale or white backdrop. Always ensure sufficient contrast ratios if you use it for typography or primary UI elements.
Is #1c2375 readable on white or black?
#1c2375 has a 13.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.54:1 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.