#1C3435 Hex Color
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Reach for #1c3435 when a dark interface needs more character than plain black. The hex code produces a dim cyan with heavy grey undertones, so it reads moody and serious instead of colorful. White text on it measures about 13.2:1 contrast, well past AA for small copy. Treat it as a dominant background rather than an accent, since it fades next to brighter colors.
Questions about #1c3435
What is #1c3435 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c3435 is rgb(28, 52, 53), in HSL hsl(182, 31%, 16%) and in CMYK 47%, 2%, 0%, 79%.
What colors pair well with #1c3435?
Warm tones flatter #1c3435 best. A terracotta or burnt orange accent cuts its gloom, while pale sand keeps the palette soft. Cool blues placed next to it tend to blend in and lose definition.
Is #1c3435 readable on white or black?
#1c3435 has a 13.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.59:1 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.