#002855 Hex Color
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This deep, unsaturated navy projects serious authority and stability. Because it is so dark, it works best as a grounding 60% base for corporate or professional interfaces rather than a small accent. White text provides excellent readability against this shade, ensuring accessible UI designs. The hex code for this cool, moody blue is #002855. Pair it with soft cream tones to warm up the overall composition.
Questions about #002855
What is #002855 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #002855 is rgb(0, 40, 85), in HSL hsl(212, 100%, 17%) and in CMYK 100%, 53%, 0%, 67%.
What colors pair well with #002855 for a balanced interface?
This deep navy thrives when paired with warm, creamy neutrals that soften its clinical edge. Incorporate off-white or light beige accents to create contrast, or use soft gold metallics to elevate the authoritative tone of this dark blue shade.
Is #002855 readable on white or black?
#002855 has a 14.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.43:1 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.