#003E6B Hex Color
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This deep, unsaturated blue feels serious and authoritative, making it a dependable choice for corporate, legal, or professional branding. Because the hex code #003e6b offers high contrast for white text, it works well for UI backgrounds and long-form readability. Pair it with lighter neutrals rather than other dark tones, as the color can quickly look muddy when surrounded by similar, low-light values.
Questions about #003e6b
What is #003e6b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #003e6b is rgb(0, 62, 107), in HSL hsl(205, 100%, 21%) and in CMYK 100%, 42%, 0%, 58%.
What colors pair best with #003e6b?
Because #003e6b is a deep and unsaturated shade, it works best when paired with high-contrast, clean neutrals like crisp white or soft silver. Avoid pairing it with other dark or muddy tones to keep your design feeling sharp and intentional.
Is #003e6b suitable for large blocks of text?
Yes, #003e6b is an excellent choice for UI backgrounds and long-form reading interfaces because of its deep, stable nature. When used as a background, ensure your foreground text is a high-contrast off-white to maintain optimal readability for your users.
Is #003e6b readable on white or black?
#003e6b has a 11.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.90:1 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.