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#123545 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #123545 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#123545 Color Information

#123545 RGB value is (18, 53, 69). The hex color red value is 18, green is 53, and blue is 69. Its HSL format shows a hue of 199°, saturation of 59 percent, and lightness of17 percent. The CMYK process values are 74 percent, 23 percent, 0 percent, 73percent.

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#123545 Color Meaning

color #123545 conveys depth, introspection, and quiet authority. Unlike brighter blues, #123545 dark navy hue draws from the abyssal zones of the ocean—where light fades and pressure mounts—reflecting resilience under unseen strain. Designers and psychologists note its ability to evoke calm restraint without sacrificing gravitas. Color #123545 works well in professional environments where focus and emotional composure matter more than cheerfulness. #123545 shade bridges maritime tradition and modern minimalism. Historically, naval uniforms and ship interiors used similar tones to project discipline and unity. Today, Color #123545 appears in tech interfaces and executive branding to signal reliability without rigidity. Its low luminance reduces visual fatigue, making #123545 ideal for prolonged screen use. Unlike pure black, #123545 retains dimensionality while maintaining contrast. In symbolic frameworks, Color #123545 represents hidden knowledge and emotional reserve. #123545 does not invite casual engagement; instead, #123545 suggests layers waiting beneath the surface. Viewers often associate #123545 with strategic thinking, patience, and controlled power. Because #123545 lacks the cold sterility of grays, #123545 retains a subtle warmth—enough to feel human, not mechanical.

Color Conversion

Convert #123545 across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#123545
RGB
rgb(18, 53, 69)
HSL
hsl(199°, 59%, 17%)
CMYK
cmyk(74%, 23%, 0%, 73%)
HSV
hsv(199°, 74%, 27%)
XYZ
2.5967 3.1045 6.0926
Yxy
3.1045 0.2202 0.2632
Hunter Lab
17.6196 -0.0580 -0.1409
CIE-Lab
20.4575 -6.5533 -13.6391

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red18 / 255 (7%)
Green53 / 255 (21%)
21%
Blue69 / 255 (27%)
27%

CMYK Values

Cyan74 / 100 (74%)
74%
Magenta23 / 100 (23%)
23%
Yellow0 / 100 (0%)
Key (Black)73 / 100 (73%)
73%

Color Variations

#123545 harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#123545 harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #123545 for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

12.96:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

12.96:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

12.96:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #123545 appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

#123545

protanopia

#212141

Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #123545;

Text Color

color: #123545;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #123545;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #12354540;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #123545;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #123545 0%, #0c242f 100%);

#123545 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #123545 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.