#0049A0 Hex Color
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#0049a0 is a dark, highly saturated blue with a cool, clear character. Its low lightness gives layouts a serious, controlled mood, while the strong blue undertone supports trust and reliability. Use it as a dominant background or brand base with white type. As a hex code, #0049a0 provides about 8.5:1 contrast with white.
Questions about #0049a0
What is #0049a0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0049a0 is rgb(0, 73, 160), in HSL hsl(213, 100%, 31%) and in CMYK 100%, 54%, 0%, 37%.
What colors pair well with #0049a0?
#0049a0 pairs well with burgundy, warm cream, and pale gray because those accents soften its cool depth without weakening its serious character. Use burgundy for a restrained accent, cream for warmth, and pale gray for cleaner interface panels.
Is #0049a0 readable on white or black?
#0049a0 has a 8.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.46:1 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.