#1C42A9 Hex Color
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#1c42a9 is a deep, saturated blue with a cool, slightly violet undertone. Its dark value creates a serious, controlled mood suited to finance, technology, government, and security branding. Use it as a dominant interface background with white text, which reaches about an 8.7:1 contrast ratio. The hex code for this blue is #1c42a9.
Questions about #1c42a9
What is #1c42a9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c42a9 is rgb(28, 66, 169), in HSL hsl(224, 72%, 39%) and in CMYK 83%, 61%, 0%, 34%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Does #1c42a9 read as a warm or cool color?
#1c42a9 reads as a cool blue because its saturated base leans slightly toward violet, creating a serious, controlled mood. It works well for interfaces and branding that need to feel focused, dependable, technical, or authoritative.
What colors pair well with #1c42a9 in a palette?
#1c42a9 pairs especially well with white for crisp contrast, pale blue for a restrained monochromatic scheme, and warm orange accents for complementary energy. Soft neutral backgrounds can also reduce its intensity while preserving its strong blue identity.
Is #1c42a9 readable on white or black?
#1c42a9 has a 8.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.40:1 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.