#1C5DB1 Hex Color
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#1c5db1 is a dark, fairly saturated blue with a cool, slightly muted character. Its depth suggests seriousness, trust, and control, making it effective for finance, technology, security, and government branding. Use it as a strong supporting tone or dark UI surface. White text reaches about 6.5:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text. The hex code is #1c5db1.
Questions about #1c5db1
What is #1c5db1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c5db1 is rgb(28, 93, 177), in HSL hsl(214, 73%, 40%) and in CMYK 84%, 47%, 0%, 31%.
What colors pair well with #1c5db1?
#1c5db1 pairs well with white and pale cool neutrals, while burgundy or muted terracotta can add warmth without weakening its serious tone in brand palettes, dashboards, and editorial layouts alike. Keep warmer accents sparse if the layout needs a formal, controlled mood.
Is #1c5db1 readable on white or black?
#1c5db1 has a 6.46:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.24:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.