#003052 Hex Color
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#003052 is a dark, muted navy blue with cool undertones and low saturation. Its gloomy depth suggests trust, authority, security, and professionalism, making it useful for finance, technology, government, and corporate branding. Use the hex code #003052 as a dominant background with white text, which reaches about a 13.6:1 contrast ratio for clear small body copy.
Questions about #003052
What is #003052 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #003052 is rgb(0, 48, 82), in HSL hsl(205, 100%, 16%) and in CMYK 100%, 41%, 0%, 68%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #003052?
#003052 pairs well with white for crisp contrast, pale blue for a restrained monochromatic look, and warm accents such as muted gold or terracotta for balance against its cool, deep base.
Does #003052 feel warm or cool?
#003052 reads as a cool color because its deep blue base has cool undertones and little vibrancy. It conveys a serious, dependable mood, which suits professional interfaces, security-focused visuals, and layouts that need a calm, grounded background.
Is #003052 readable on white or black?
#003052 has a 13.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.54:1 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.