#1E2044 Hex Color
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Darker and grayer than standard navy, #1e2044 is a dim, inky indigo with a muted, matte finish. It suits dark mode backgrounds, moody brand palettes, and formal design. The hex code for this shade sits deep enough that white text reads clearly on top, though fine details can get lost next to black.
Questions about #1e2044
What is #1e2044 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1e2044 is rgb(30, 32, 68), in HSL hsl(237, 39%, 19%) and in CMYK 56%, 53%, 0%, 73%.
What colors pair well with #1e2044?
Dusty rose, warm brass, and soft cream all lift this dark indigo without fighting it. For contrast work, white text on #1e2044 reaches roughly 15.6:1, well past WCAG AA for body copy.
Is #1e2044 warm or cool?
It reads cool, thanks to its blue base and low saturation. The faint purple undertone softens that chill slightly, so it pairs better with warm accents than pure blues do.
Is #1e2044 readable on white or black?
#1e2044 has a 15.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.34:1 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.