#000D38 Hex Color
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#000d38 is a nearly black blue that creates a grounded, professional atmosphere. Designers often use this shade as a background for dark mode interfaces or modern tech branding. Because it is so deep, white text offers the best legibility with a high 18.8:1 contrast ratio. This hex code works best when paired with softer, lighter accents rather than other dark tones.
Questions about #000d38
What is #000d38 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #000d38 is rgb(0, 13, 56), in HSL hsl(226, 100%, 11%) and in CMYK 100%, 77%, 0%, 78%.
What colors pair well with #000d38 for a balanced palette?
#000d38 works best with lighter, muted tones to avoid muddying the composition. It looks particularly striking when paired with soft silver or slate to maintain a modern aesthetic, while crisp white accents remain essential for ensuring high legibility.
Is #000d38 a good choice for text-heavy interfaces?
#000d38 serves as an excellent background color for UI, but it is too dark to use for standard body text. It is designed to be a canvas that makes white or light-colored typography stand out with a high 18.8:1 contrast ratio.
Is #000d38 readable on white or black?
#000d38 has a 18.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.11:1 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.