#013470 Hex Color

Authoritative deep blue with cool undertones

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This dark, cool blue carries a heavy, serious weight that suits corporate branding and technology interfaces. Because of its deep saturation, it creates a stable base for white text, which remains highly readable against it. The hex code for this shade is #013470. Use it sparingly for accents in formal designs to keep the mood professional rather than overly gloomy.

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What is #013470 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #013470 is rgb(1, 52, 112), in HSL hsl(212, 98%, 22%) and in CMYK 99%, 54%, 0%, 56%.

What color palettes work best with #013470?

Because #013470 is a heavy, dark blue, it pairs best with lighter neutrals or subtle off-whites to maintain visual balance. For a more dynamic interface, try pairing it with a soft gold or a muted cream to break up the intense, cool atmosphere.

Is #013470 readable on white or black?

#013470 has a 12.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.72:1 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.

#013470 Hex Color

Authoritative deep blue with cool undertones

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