#1C317F Hex Color
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#1c317f is a dark, saturated blue that carries a heavy, serious mood. It functions best as a dominant base for corporate or tech interfaces, providing a stable, grounded feel. White text reads clearly against this deep shade with an 11.7:1 contrast ratio, making it an excellent choice for readability. Pair this hex code with warm, muted creams to soften its intense, authoritative presence.
Questions about #1c317f
What is #1c317f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c317f is rgb(28, 49, 127), in HSL hsl(227, 64%, 30%) and in CMYK 78%, 61%, 0%, 50%.
What colors pair well with #1c317f?
Warm, muted creams or soft off-white tones balance the intense, heavy presence of #1c317f effectively. These lighter, warmer shades prevent the deep blue from feeling too cold while maintaining the high-contrast legibility that makes #1c317f a reliable choice for UI design.
Is #1c317f readable on white or black?
#1c317f has a 11.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.79:1 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.