#1F3B56 Hex Color
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#1f3b56 is a dark, muted blue with cool gray undertones and low saturation. Its shaded character suggests seriousness, security, and control, making it a strong dominant base for corporate, finance, technology, and government designs. Pair it with burgundy or warm ivory for contrast. White text provides about 11.5:1 contrast for clear small body copy. The hex code is #1f3b56.
Questions about #1f3b56
What is #1f3b56 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1f3b56 is rgb(31, 59, 86), in HSL hsl(209, 47%, 23%) and in CMYK 64%, 31%, 0%, 66%.
What colors pair well with #1f3b56?
Warm ivory and burgundy pair well with #1f3b56, offsetting its cool gray undertones; white offers crisp contrast, while muted blue-gray creates a softer, more unified palette for interfaces, editorial layouts, and formal branding.
Is #1f3b56 readable on white or black?
#1f3b56 has a 11.54:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.81:1 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.