#004C85 Hex Color
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This deep, unsaturated navy conveys immediate authority and quiet stability. Because it is quite dark, it works best as a grounding 60% base for corporate UI or nautical branding rather than fine text. Use it alongside crisp white for maximum clarity, as the 8.9:1 contrast ratio is excellent for accessibility. The hex code for this serious tone is #004c85.
Questions about #004c85
What is #004c85 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #004c85 is rgb(0, 76, 133), in HSL hsl(206, 100%, 26%) and in CMYK 100%, 43%, 0%, 48%.
What colors pair well with the deep navy #004c85?
Use crisp white or a soft, cool silver to maintain a clean, nautical aesthetic without overwhelming the dark base. For a more sophisticated corporate look, incorporate accent colors like mustard or terracotta to add warmth and break the monotony of the blue.
Is #004c85 readable on white or black?
#004c85 has a 8.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.37:1 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.