#004494 Hex Color
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Reach for navy when a layout needs authority without going black. The hex code #004494 is a dark, saturated blue, at home in finance dashboards, law enforcement branding, and formal design. It pairs better with burgundy or warm amber than with predictable grays. White text reads clearly on it, about 9.3:1, so body copy passes AA. If you are mixing blue from scratch, darkening a pure base keeps this richness better than adding gray.
Questions about #004494
What is #004494 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #004494 is rgb(0, 68, 148), in HSL hsl(212, 100%, 29%) and in CMYK 100%, 54%, 0%, 42%.
What text color works best on #004494?
White text works best, reaching about 9.3:1 contrast, well above the 4.5:1 required for AA body copy. Soft cream also holds up for headings and larger type.
What colors pair well with #004494?
Burgundy and warm amber flatter this navy more than standard grays, adding warmth against its cool cast. For sharper contrast, try coral or brass accents.
Is #004494 readable on white or black?
#004494 has a 9.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.25:1 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.