#1D65A6 Hex Color
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A cool, mid-tone blue, #1d65a6 balances seriousness with a touch of gloom. It sits between vivid saturation and gray, making it a reliable choice for professional UI backgrounds where readability matters. White text provides excellent contrast against this hex code, ensuring accessibility. For a softer look, designers often incorporate mixing gray techniques to bridge this blue with neutral, desaturated palettes.
Questions about #1d65a6
What is #1d65a6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1d65a6 is rgb(29, 101, 166), in HSL hsl(208, 70%, 38%) and in CMYK 83%, 39%, 0%, 35%.
Which colors pair best with #1d65a6?
This shade pairs effectively with desaturated neutrals and soft grays to create a clean, professional aesthetic. For a higher contrast approach, it works well alongside a warm terracotta or soft peach to balance the cool, serious undertones of this specific blue.
Is #1d65a6 readable on white or black?
#1d65a6 has a 6.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.46:1 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.