#1D2448 Hex Color

A serious, grounded and moody deep indigo

Hex color #1d2448 graphic
This moody indigo presents a dusty, matte finish that feels serious and grounded. Because #1d2448 is so unsaturated, it works effectively as a dark base color for professional UI designs or corporate branding. It maintains excellent readability with white text, offering a strong contrast. Pair this cool, ink-like shade with soft creams or warm metallic accents to keep the design from feeling too bleak.

Questions about #1d2448

What is #1d2448 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1d2448 is rgb(29, 36, 72), in HSL hsl(230, 43%, 20%) and in CMYK 60%, 50%, 0%, 72%.
What colors pair well with #1d2448 in a UI design?
This deep indigo works best when grounded by soft neutrals like cream or light grays to maintain readability. For a sophisticated accent, add warm metallic tones like gold or copper to prevent the overall design from appearing too dark or bleak.
Is #1d2448 a good choice for text-heavy corporate branding?
Yes, #1d2448 serves as an excellent, readable alternative to pure black for body text or background blocks. It provides a professional, serious tone while maintaining enough contrast against white or off-white elements to ensure users can comfortably read your interface.
Is #1d2448 readable on white or black?
#1d2448 has a 15.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.39:1 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.