#1C4468 Hex Color
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Nothing bright or glossy here. #1c4468 is a dusty navy with a clear gray undertone, so it reads serious and calm rather than vivid. That low saturation suits corporate sites, finance branding, uniforms, and moody backgrounds, though it can turn muddy on very large surfaces. White text reaches about 10.1:1 contrast on it, well past WCAG AA. If you’re building neutrals around it, see what colors make gray for a matching muted set.
Questions about #1c4468
What is #1c4468 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c4468 is rgb(28, 68, 104), in HSL hsl(208, 58%, 26%) and in CMYK 73%, 35%, 0%, 59%.
What colors pair well with #1c4468?
Warm accents like burgundy or muted gold give #1c4468 contrast without clashing, since its gray undertone keeps the mix grounded. Cool grays and off-whites suit quieter palettes.
Is #1c4468 readable on white or black?
#1c4468 has a 10.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.07:1 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.