#00659B Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #00659b sits between navy and true blue with a cool, steady character. Its low saturation gives the hex code a serious, dependable feel that suits finance, security, and government work. Use it as a dominant base with white type on top, since white text reaches about 6.3:1 contrast. It flatters warm grays, a useful note when mixing gray for supporting tones.
Questions about #00659b
What is #00659b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #00659b is rgb(0, 101, 155), in HSL hsl(201, 100%, 30%) and in CMYK 100%, 35%, 0%, 39%.
What colors pair well with #00659b?
Pair #00659b with warm grays, burgundy, or soft coral to offset its cool cast. White text on it reaches about 6.3:1 contrast, so it supports small body copy. Avoid placing it next to bright cyan, which flattens its depth.
Is #00659b a warm or cool color?
It is clearly cool. The blue hue and low lightness give it a calm, closed-in feel, which is why it appears in security, banking, and nautical design. Used across large areas it can turn gloomy, so add a warmer neutral nearby.
Is #00659b readable on white or black?
#00659b has a 6.29:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.33:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.