#014052 Hex Color
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#014052 is a dim, desaturated cyan with a dusty, moody character. Because it sits on the dark end of the spectrum, it functions best as a base for tech branding or deep UI backgrounds. White text creates a high-contrast pairing on this shade, offering excellent readability. If you are learning how to make black, this cool, shadowy tone serves as a grounded alternative to a standard neutral.
Questions about #014052
What is #014052 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #014052 is rgb(1, 64, 82), in HSL hsl(193, 98%, 16%) and in CMYK 99%, 22%, 0%, 68%.
What colors pair well with #014052?
Pair #014052 with crisp off-white or soft cream to maintain high readability, or contrast it against bright orange accents for a dynamic pop. It also works beautifully alongside charcoal to create a subtle, monochromatic dark mode aesthetic.
Is #014052 suitable for website text backgrounds?
Because #014052 is very dark, it functions as a strong, grounded alternative to pure black for background surfaces. Use it for web panels or sidebars where white or light gray text needs to stand out against a sophisticated, shadowy backdrop.
Is #014052 readable on white or black?
#014052 has a 11.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.85:1 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.