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Kachiiro Victory Blue (#181B26)

Luminance: 1% · Nearest standard name: Kachiiro Victory Blue

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KACHIIRO VICTORY BLUE
#181B26
rgb(24, 27, 38) · hsl(227°, 23%, 12%)
HEX#181B26
RGB24, 27, 38
HSL227°, 23%, 12%
HSV / HSB227°, 37%, 15%
CMYK (Print)37%, 29%, 0%, 85%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#181B26#262318

Analogous

#182226#181B26#1C1826

Triadic

#181B26#26181B#1B2618

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints
Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)17.16:1

Sample text rendered with #181B26 on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS
Against Dark (#0F172A)1.04:1

Sample text rendered with #181B26 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Kachiiro Victory Blue (#181B26)

Kachiiro Victory Blue (#181B26) is a distinct shade within the Blue chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 1% and a cool color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#181B26
RGB Space24, 27, 38
HSL Values227°, 23%, 12%
HSV / HSB227°, 37%, 15%
CMYK Ink37%, 29%, 0%, 85%
TemperatureCool

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Kachiiro Victory Blue

Geometric intervals calculated from #181B26 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#262318

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Kachiiro Victory Blue with its polar opposite (#262318) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#182226 · #1C1826

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Kachiiro Victory Blue for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#261C18 · #222618

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Kachiiro Victory Blue, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#26181B · #1B2618

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#261822 · #262318 · #18261C

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Kachiiro Victory Blue

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: High-Contrast Dark Canvas / Typographic Anchor (30% to 60% Volume)

With a deep, low lightness of 12%, Kachiiro Victory Blue (#181B26) provides structural weight for primary headings, body copy, and dark mode background canvases, delivering superior readability against light elements.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges
Dark Mode AdaptationOptimal dark canvas backdrop
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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

This color projects authority, intelligence, and calm dependability. Universally trusted across enterprise software and fintech products.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Fintech, Enterprise SaaS, Healthcare, Cloud Infrastructure. Combining Kachiiro Victory Blue with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Kachiiro Victory Blue

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS
:root {
  --color-181b26: #181B26;
  --color-181b26-rgb: 24, 27, 38;
  --color-181b26-hsl: 227deg 23% 12%;
}
tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS
module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '181b26': '#181B26',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kachiiro Victory Blue (#181B26)

Authoritative answers covering Kachiiro Victory Blue color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Kachiiro Victory Blue (#181B26)?
Kachiiro Victory Blue is defined by the HEX code #181B26. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:24, G:27, B:38. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:227°, Saturation:23%, Lightness:12%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 227°, 37%, 15%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:37%, M:29%, Y:0%, K:85%.
Does Kachiiro Victory Blue (#181B26) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?
Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Kachiiro Victory Blue achieves a contrast ratio of 17.16:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 1.04:1 (Failing WCAG AA).
What is the direct complementary color for Kachiiro Victory Blue (#181B26)?
The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #181B26 is #262318. When placed side-by-side, #181B26 and #262318 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.
What is the recommended role for Kachiiro Victory Blue in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?
With a deep, low lightness of 12%, Kachiiro Victory Blue (#181B26) provides structural weight for primary headings, body copy, and dark mode background canvases, delivering superior readability against light elements.
How can I copy and export Kachiiro Victory Blue into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?
You can define Kachiiro Victory Blue in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #181B26; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Kachiiro Victory Blue using our interactive Color Palette Generator.
Which color family does Kachiiro Victory Blue (#181B26) belong to?
Kachiiro Victory Blue belongs to the Blue family (Cool spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Blue Color Guide.