midnightblue

#172340

Cool

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB23, 35, 64
CMYK64, 45, 0, 75
HSL222°, 47%, 17%
LAB14, 3, -20
Closest Library Match
slate-80098% Match

Readability

15.54On WhitePASS AA
1.35On 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 #172340

The hexadecimal color code #172340 is a very dark, moderate shade of Blue (known as midnightblue). In the RGB color model, #172340 is comprised of 23 red, 35 green, and 64 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 222 degrees, a saturation of 47%, and a lightness of 17%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 496 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 #172340.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind