#001961 Hex Color
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#001961 is a dark, saturated blue with a cold navy cast and a serious, controlled mood. It suits security, finance, government, and corporate interfaces, especially as a dominant background with white text. The hex code #001961 supports strong readability at about 16:1 contrast, while burgundy or muted gold can add warmth without weakening its authority.
Questions about #001961
What is #001961 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #001961 is rgb(0, 25, 97), in HSL hsl(225, 100%, 19%) and in CMYK 100%, 74%, 0%, 62%.
What colors pair well with #001961?
#001961 pairs well with white for crisp contrast, while burgundy or muted gold add warmth without weakening its serious navy character, creating a restrained palette for interfaces. Use white for primary text and warmer accents sparingly.
Where does #001961 work best?
#001961 works well as a dominant background in security, finance, government, and corporate interfaces because its cold navy cast feels serious, stable, and controlled rather than energetic or playful in tone. It also gives white labels and navigation strong visual separation.
Is #001961 readable on white or black?
#001961 has a 16.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.31:1 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.