midnightblue

#171C44

Cool

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB23, 28, 68
CMYK66, 59, 0, 73
HSL233°, 49%, 18%
LAB12, 9, -27
Closest Library Match
slate-80096% Match

Readability

16.32On WhitePASS AA
1.28On BlackFAIL

For optimal readability, use White text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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vibrant
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rich
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About #171C44

The hexadecimal color code #171C44 is a very dark, moderate shade of Blue (known as midnightblue). In the RGB color model, #171C44 is comprised of 23 red, 28 green, and 68 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 233 degrees, a saturation of 49%, and a lightness of 18%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 488 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create moderate Blue atmospheres. Designers searching for Blue color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #171C44.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind