#001485 Hex Color
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#001485 is a dark, highly saturated blue with a cool, slightly violet undertone. Its strong depth feels serious and authoritative, making it effective for finance, technology, government, and security branding. Use it as a dominant background with white type or as a focused accent beside burgundy. The hex code for this color is #001485, and white text meets WCAG AA contrast for body copy.
Questions about #001485
What is #001485 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #001485 is rgb(0, 20, 133), in HSL hsl(231, 100%, 26%) and in CMYK 100%, 85%, 0%, 48%.
What colors pair well with #001485?
#001485 pairs well with white for crisp contrast, pale blue for a restrained monochromatic scheme, and burgundy for a rich accent; lighter neutrals can keep its deep saturation from overwhelming smaller layouts.
Does #001485 work with white text?
Yes, #001485 provides strong contrast with white text and is suitable for readable body copy, though you should still check the exact font size, weight, and contrast ratio against WCAG requirements.
Is #001485 warm or cool?
#001485 reads as a cool blue because its deep blue base carries a slight violet undertone. Its serious authority works especially well for finance, technology, government, and security branding, particularly as a dark background with white type.
Is #001485 readable on white or black?
#001485 has a 14.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.43:1 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.