#001FA4 Hex Color

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#001fa4 is a deep, highly saturated blue with a cool, slightly violet undertone. Its serious character suits finance, technology, government, and formal branding. Use this dark blue hex code as a dominant background or uniform color, with white text for strong readability in buttons, headings, and dark interface panels.

Questions about #001fa4

What is #001fa4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #001fa4 is rgb(0, 31, 164), in HSL hsl(229, 100%, 32%) and in CMYK 100%, 81%, 0%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #001fa4?
#001fa4 pairs well with white for crisp contrast, pale blue for a monochromatic scheme, and warm mustard or coral accents that balance its cool, slightly violet undertone without weakening its formal character. Use lighter tints for surfaces and reserve warm accents for calls to action.
What mood does #001fa4 convey in branding and interfaces?
Its deep, saturated blue conveys authority, stability, and focus, while its slight violet undertone adds a cooler, more distinctive edge than standard navy in formal branding and digital interfaces. Use it when you want a confident anchor rather than a relaxed or playful accent.
Is #001fa4 readable on white or black?
#001fa4 has a 12.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.73:1 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.