#1C3355 Hex Color
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#1c3355 is a dark, muted blue with cool gray undertones and a restrained, slightly dusty finish. The hex code #1c3355 suggests seriousness, trust, and control, making it suitable for finance, security, government, and corporate interfaces. Use it as a dominant background or structured brand base; its low lightness can feel heavy across large areas, though white text reaches about 12.7:1 contrast.
Questions about #1c3355
What is #1c3355 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c3355 is rgb(28, 51, 85), in HSL hsl(216, 50%, 22%) and in CMYK 67%, 40%, 0%, 67%.
What colors pair well with #1c3355?
#1c3355 pairs well with warm off-white, muted burgundy, and pale blue, which add contrast without weakening its restrained character. Use it as a dominant background or brand base, then reserve brighter accents for calls to action.
Is #1c3355 readable on white or black?
#1c3355 has a 12.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.65:1 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.