#1E3749 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #1e3749 is a blue with gray and slight green undertones. Its low saturation and deep value create a serious, dependable mood suited to finance, security, technology, and government interfaces. Use it as a dominant dark-mode background with white text, which reaches about 12.4:1 contrast. The hex code for this shade is #1e3749.
Questions about #1e3749
What is #1e3749 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1e3749 is rgb(30, 55, 73), in HSL hsl(205, 42%, 20%) and in CMYK 59%, 25%, 0%, 71%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #1e3749?
#1e3749 pairs well with white, pale blue, muted teal, and warm neutrals because its deep blue base creates clear contrast while its gray-green undertone keeps brighter accents controlled without feeling harsh. For a softer palette, use sage or cream accents; pale blue keeps the result cooler.
Does #1e3749 read as warm or cool?
#1e3749 reads as a cool color because its blue base dominates while the slight green undertone adds a subdued, natural note rather than noticeable warmth across most palettes and interfaces. Pair it with off-white or pale neutrals to soften its depth.
Is #1e3749 readable on white or black?
#1e3749 has a 12.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.69:1 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.