#00468D Hex Color
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This saturated, ink-like blue carries a strong sense of corporate authority. Because it is quite dark, #00468d serves as a sturdy anchor for UI layouts or professional branding. It offers high contrast for white text, which is useful for accessibility. Pair this hex code with muted golds or soft grays to break up its severity and add visual interest to large backgrounds.
Questions about #00468d
What is #00468d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #00468d is rgb(0, 70, 141), in HSL hsl(210, 100%, 28%) and in CMYK 100%, 50%, 0%, 45%.
What colors pair best with #00468d for a balanced design?
#00468d works exceptionally well when balanced against muted gold or soft gray tones. These lighter, warmer accents prevent the deep blue from feeling too severe while adding necessary visual interest and depth to your overall color composition.
Is #00468d a suitable choice for text on a white background?
#00468d provides excellent contrast against white backgrounds, making it a reliable choice for accessible UI design. It ensures your typography remains readable and professional without the harshness of a pure black, while maintaining strong visual weight and legibility.
Is #00468d readable on white or black?
#00468d has a 9.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.26:1 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.