#1C456B Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #1c456b is a cool blue with gray, slightly dusty undertones. Its dark value and muted saturation give layouts a serious, controlled feel suited to finance, security, technology, and formal branding. Use it as a dominant background with white text, which delivers about a 9.9:1 contrast ratio. The hex code #1c456b also works well for moody interfaces and large type.
Questions about #1c456b
What is #1c456b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c456b is rgb(28, 69, 107), in HSL hsl(209, 59%, 26%) and in CMYK 74%, 36%, 0%, 58%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #1c456b?
#1c456b pairs well with warm off-white, muted burgundy, and soft brass accents, creating contrast without losing its formal character; these warmer notes prevent the dusty blue from feeling flat in brand palettes, dashboards, and editorial layouts.
Is #1c456b warm or cool?
#1c456b reads as a cool blue because its dark value and restrained saturation emphasize gray-blue depth rather than warmth. The muted finish feels serious and dependable, making it a strong base for interfaces, uniforms, government materials, and formal identity systems.
Is #1c456b readable on white or black?
#1c456b has a 9.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.11:1 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.