#1E2128 Hex Color
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The hex code #1e2128 is a very dark, muted blue-gray with ashy undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, secure, and slightly mysterious mood without pure black’s harshness. Use it as a dominant dark-mode background with white text, which reaches about 16.1:1 contrast. It suits finance, technology, government, and law enforcement branding.
Questions about #1e2128
What is #1e2128 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1e2128 is rgb(30, 33, 40), in HSL hsl(222, 14%, 14%) and in CMYK 25%, 18%, 0%, 84%.
What colors pair well with #1e2128?
#1e2128 pairs well with white, pale cool grays, and muted blue or teal accents, which preserve its restrained character while adding contrast, especially in interfaces, editorial layouts, and serious brand systems. A small sage or warm beige accent can soften the palette without making the dark base feel harsh.
Does #1e2128 look warm or cool?
#1e2128 reads as cool because its dark blue-gray base and ashy undertones sit closer to blue than to brown or red across screens and printed surfaces under neutral lighting conditions. That coolness gives it a controlled, secure, slightly mysterious mood, while its softened saturation avoids the severity of pure black.
Is #1e2128 readable on white or black?
#1e2128 has a 16.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.30:1 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.