#1E1D37 Hex Color
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#1e1d37 is a dusty, inky indigo with extremely low saturation. This dark tone functions well as a moody background for modern interfaces. White text offers high contrast against this hex code, ensuring excellent legibility. Try pairing it with muted golds or pale creams to prevent the shade from feeling too heavy. It provides a serious, grounding foundation for clean, minimal designs.
Questions about #1e1d37
What is #1e1d37 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1e1d37 is rgb(30, 29, 55), in HSL hsl(242, 31%, 16%) and in CMYK 45%, 47%, 0%, 78%.
What colors pair well with #1e1d37?
#1e1d37 works best when grounded by soft neutrals or subtle accents that prevent the shade from feeling too heavy. Try pairing it with pale cream or muted gold to add warmth while maintaining a serious, professional aesthetic for your interface design.
Is #1e1d37 a good choice for text-heavy backgrounds?
#1e1d37 functions effectively as a background color for interfaces when paired with high-contrast white or light-toned typography. Its low saturation ensures that text remains legible and sharp, creating a sophisticated reading experience that feels less harsh than pure black.
Is #1e1d37 readable on white or black?
#1e1d37 has a 16.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.28:1 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.