#1E6A99 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, cool-toned blue carries a weight that feels professional and dependable. Because of its steady presence, #1e6a99 works exceptionally well as a dominant base for corporate dashboards or security interfaces. While it pairs safely with white text, try accenting it with warm ochre to break up the sterile feeling. The hex code for this stable blue is #1e6a99.
Questions about #1e6a99
What is #1e6a99 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1e6a99 is rgb(30, 106, 153), in HSL hsl(203, 67%, 36%) and in CMYK 80%, 31%, 0%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #1e6a99?
This blue functions best when balanced against warm, earthy tones like ochre or terracotta, which counteract its inherent coolness. Using these warm accents prevents the interface from feeling too clinical or sterile while maintaining the professional weight of the base color.
Is #1e6a99 suitable for text interfaces?
#1e6a99 provides a secure and legible base for high-contrast white text, making it a reliable choice for corporate dashboards. However, ensure you perform a contrast check against WCAG guidelines if you plan to use it for smaller, light-colored body text.
Is #1e6a99 readable on white or black?
#1e6a99 has a 5.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.57:1 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.