#001848 Hex Color
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This dark, unsaturated blue sits near black, providing an authoritative and stable foundation for corporate branding or moody UI layouts. Because it is so dim, it performs best as a full-screen background rather than fine text. Pair #001848 with cream or soft gold to prevent it from feeling too cold. The hex code for this deep navy is #001848, which supports white text with excellent accessibility.
Questions about #001848
What is #001848 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #001848 is rgb(0, 24, 72), in HSL hsl(220, 100%, 14%) and in CMYK 100%, 67%, 0%, 72%.
What colors pair well with #001848?
Because #001848 is so dark and near-black, it looks best when balanced by high-contrast, lighter tones. Pair it with a creamy off-white or soft gold to prevent the design from feeling too cold or disappearing into the background.
Is #001848 a good choice for fine text?
Due to its extreme depth and proximity to black, #001848 performs poorly for body text or fine details. It is best reserved for large-scale backgrounds or expansive UI elements where its moody, authoritative presence can establish a solid foundation for lighter interactive components.
Is #001848 readable on white or black?
#001848 has a 17.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.22:1 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.