#011640 Hex Color
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#011640 is a very dark, low-saturation blue with a cool cast and serious character. Its depth suggests authority, security, loyalty, and professionalism, making it effective for finance, technology, government, and nautical branding. Use it as a dominant background with white text, which achieves about 17.6:1 contrast. The hex code for this color is #011640.
Questions about #011640
What is #011640 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #011640 is rgb(1, 22, 64), in HSL hsl(220, 97%, 13%) and in CMYK 98%, 66%, 0%, 75%.
Which colors pair well with #011640?
#011640 pairs well with white for crisp contrast, pale blue for a restrained monochromatic scheme, and warm accents such as coral or gold for controlled visual energy. Use muted neutrals when you want the dark blue to remain the focal point.
Does #011640 read as warm or cool?
#011640 reads as a cool blue because its nearly black base carries a blue cast rather than red or yellow warmth, giving layouts a composed, serious feel suited to technology, finance, security, and nautical themes.
Is #011640 readable on white or black?
#011640 has a 17.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.19:1 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.