#006981 Hex Color
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Pilot Blue is a dim, unsaturated cyan with a cool and moody disposition. Because of its dark depth, the hex code #006981 works best as a balanced background color rather than an accent. It pairs well with crisp white text, which maintains strong accessibility standards. If you are struggling with balancing its muddiness, consider mixing gray to shift the tone toward a more neutral palette.
Questions about Pilot Blue
What is the hex code for Pilot Blue?
Pilot Blue is #006981. In RGB that is rgb(0, 105, 129), in HSL hsl(191, 100%, 25%) and in CMYK 100%, 19%, 0%, 49%.
How should I use Pilot Blue #006981 in interface design?
Pilot Blue #006981 functions best as a stable, dark background color because of its unsaturated, moody depth. It provides excellent contrast for white text, making it a reliable choice for professional dashboard layouts or neutral web sections.
What colors pair well with Pilot Blue #006981?
This shade works naturally with crisp white to maintain readability, but it also creates sophisticated palettes when combined with soft grays or lighter teal tones. Avoid pairing it with high-saturation warm colors, which can cause jarring visual vibration.
Is Pilot Blue readable on white or black?
Pilot Blue 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.