#1C2743 Hex Color
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#1c2743 is an inky, desaturated navy that feels serious and grounded. It possesses a dusty, matte quality that avoids the sharp intensity of pure black. Designers often favor this hex code for dark mode interfaces because white text reads perfectly against it with a 14.8:1 contrast ratio. Use it as a solid foundation rather than an accent color to maintain a professional, authoritative look.
Questions about #1c2743
What is #1c2743 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c2743 is rgb(28, 39, 67), in HSL hsl(223, 41%, 19%) and in CMYK 58%, 42%, 0%, 74%.
Why is #1c2743 effective for dark mode user interfaces?
#1c2743 offers a significant 14.8:1 contrast ratio against white text, ensuring high legibility without the harshness of pure black. Its desaturated, matte quality reduces eye strain, making it a superior choice for professional applications, dashboards, and long-form reading environments.
What colors pair well with #1c2743 in a design scheme?
Is #1c2743 readable on white or black?
#1c2743 has a 14.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.42:1 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.