#000070 Hex Color
A deep, commanding navy with cool intensity
This intense, saturated navy carries a heavy, serious weight that demands attention. Because it sits on the cooler end of the spectrum, #000070 creates a sharp, professional contrast against white text, making it ideal for clean UI backgrounds or formal branding. Use it sparingly as an accent to ground lighter palettes, as large blocks can sometimes feel overwhelming or somber in busy layouts.
Questions about #000070
What is #000070 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #000070 is rgb(0, 0, 112), in HSL hsl(240, 100%, 22%) and in CMYK 100%, 100%, 0%, 56%.
What color schemes pair effectively with #000070?
This deep navy functions best when paired with high-value neutrals like crisp white or soft silver to prevent the palette from feeling too somber. For vibrant accents, complementary oranges or bright golds create a sophisticated, energetic balance.
Is #000070 readable on white or black?
#000070 has a 17.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.23:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.