#002F99 Hex Color
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The hex code #002f99 is a dark, highly saturated blue with a cool, slightly violet undertone. Its low lightness gives interfaces and branding a serious, controlled feel, while the strong chroma keeps it from looking dull. Use it as a dominant background with white text, or pair it with burgundy for a formal, confident contrast.
Questions about #002f99
What is #002f99 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #002f99 is rgb(0, 47, 153), in HSL hsl(222, 100%, 30%) and in CMYK 100%, 69%, 0%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #002f99?
#002f99 pairs well with burgundy, warm ivory, and muted gold because those accents soften its cool, saturated blue without competing with its authority. Burgundy suits formal branding, while warm ivory makes layouts feel less stark.
Is #002f99 readable on white or black?
#002f99 has a 11.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.86:1 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.