#1657A0
A dark, vivid blue closely aligning with Darkslateblue.
About #1657A0
The precise color #1657A0 is an excellent choice for modern design projects. Its closest recognized web color is Darkslateblue. To achieve this exact tint on a monitor, you would use an RGB mix of 22, 87, and 160.
Translating this color to physical media requires the CMYK color model. This specific hue requires a mix of 86% C, 46% M, 0% Y, and 37% K. This makes it a relatively light color when applied to physical surfaces.
Contrast ratios determine whether this color is safe for typography. Mathematical luminance calculations suggest that #FFFFFF text provides the most optimal reading experience. Be sure to check our contrast matrix below to see exactly how it performs against common backgrounds.