#00384D Hex Color
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A dusty, dark blue with cool undertones, #00384d evokes a sense of serious stability. This dim, unsaturated shade brings authority and mystery to corporate branding, finance, or technology interfaces. Designers often select this moody, traditional color for backgrounds where a sense of security and professional control is needed. The hex code for this deep blue is #00384d.
Questions about #00384d
What is #00384d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #00384d is rgb(0, 56, 77), in HSL hsl(196, 100%, 15%) and in CMYK 100%, 27%, 0%, 70%.
What colors pair well with #00384d?
This deep, dusty blue works best with warm, muted neutrals or soft metallics. Try pairing it with sandy beiges, cool slate greys, or muted creams to balance its intense, serious character without overwhelming the overall design palette.
Is #00384d readable on white or black?
#00384d has a 12.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.67:1 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.