#001F60 Hex Color
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This deep, intense navy sits just a step above pure black. Its high saturation and dark value make it a reliable choice for professional corporate branding. It works best as a primary background because white text remains highly legible against this hex code, #001f60. When you need to understand mixing black, this shade offers a useful, cold alternative to true grayscale.
Questions about #001f60
What is #001f60 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #001f60 is rgb(0, 31, 96), in HSL hsl(221, 100%, 19%) and in CMYK 100%, 68%, 0%, 62%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #001f60 in a design palette?
This deep navy works effectively when paired with crisp white or soft cream to maximize readability. For a more sophisticated contrast, try pairing #001f60 with muted metallic accents or a vibrant mustard to inject energy without overpowering the dark background.
Is #001f60 readable on white or black?
#001f60 has a 15.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.36:1 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.