#1D3C49 Hex Color
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This dim, ashy cyan carries a heavy, serious weight that works best for moody UI backgrounds or tech-focused branding. Because it is highly unsaturated, #1d3c49 avoids the harshness of pure blue. It provides excellent contrast for white text, making it a reliable base for dense information. Pair it with muted corals or soft sand tones to prevent the palette from feeling too cold or corporate.
Questions about #1d3c49
What is #1d3c49 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1d3c49 is rgb(29, 60, 73), in HSL hsl(198, 43%, 20%) and in CMYK 60%, 18%, 0%, 71%.
What colors pair well with #1d3c49 in a design project?
Is #1d3c49 a suitable background color for UI design?
Yes, this hex color serves as a stable, low-distraction base for dense information and moody interface layouts. Because it is highly desaturated, #1d3c49 avoids the harsh artificial vibration of pure blue, keeping user focus on high-contrast white or light text elements.
Is #1d3c49 readable on white or black?
#1d3c49 has a 11.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.79:1 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.