#00223A Hex Color
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This muted, dark blue carries a dusty, ashy character that feels serious and grounded. Because of its extremely low saturation, #00223a works better as a neutral base or background than as a primary accent. It offers exceptional contrast for white text, making it a professional choice for tech interfaces or formal branding where stability is the goal. Use this hex code when you need a somber, authoritative mood.
Questions about #00223a
What is #00223a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #00223a is rgb(0, 34, 58), in HSL hsl(205, 100%, 11%) and in CMYK 100%, 41%, 0%, 77%.
What colors pair best with the dark blue of #00223a?
#00223a works best when balanced against high-contrast neutrals like crisp whites or soft cool grays to prevent it from feeling too heavy. For an accent, consider a warm gold or a muted burnt orange to create visual interest against its serious tone.
Is #00223a readable on white or black?
#00223a has a 16.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.28:1 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.