#1D7294 Hex Color
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#1d7294 is a muted, cool blue that carries an air of corporate responsibility and institutional reliability. Because it lacks high saturation, it works well as a grounding base for fintech or government web designs. White text provides excellent contrast against this shade. If you are experimenting with mixing gray, this color provides a structured alternative to standard dark neutrals.
Questions about #1d7294
What is #1d7294 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1d7294 is rgb(29, 114, 148), in HSL hsl(197, 67%, 35%) and in CMYK 80%, 23%, 0%, 42%.
Why does #1d7294 work well for corporate branding?
#1d7294 conveys stability and institutional trust due to its lower saturation levels and deep, cool blue base. It functions as a professional neutral that avoids the harshness of pure primary blues, making it ideal for financial or government-focused design systems.
Is #1d7294 readable on white or black?
#1d7294 has a 5.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.88:1 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.