#001E50 Hex Color
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This nearly black, unsaturated blue acts as a powerful anchor for corporate and professional interfaces. Because the hex code #001e50 is so dark, it provides an excellent high-contrast backdrop for white text. It avoids the harshness of pure black while maintaining a sense of authority. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold to prevent the design from feeling too cold or gloomy.
Questions about #001e50
What is #001e50 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #001e50 is rgb(0, 30, 80), in HSL hsl(218, 100%, 16%) and in CMYK 100%, 62%, 0%, 69%.
What colors pair best with #001e50 to avoid a gloomy appearance?
Pair #001e50 with warm, neutral tones like cream or muted gold to soften its intensity. These pairings prevent the design from feeling too cold while maintaining the professional authority this deep blue naturally projects for modern interfaces.
Why is #001e50 a better choice than pure black for UI backgrounds?
#001e50 offers a more nuanced, sophisticated depth than pure black while still providing excellent contrast for white text. It reads as a softer, more intentional design choice that reduces eye strain in dark mode or high-authority branding environments.
Is #001e50 readable on white or black?
#001e50 has a 16.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.30:1 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.