#015F88 Hex Color
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Reach for #015f88 when a design needs a dependable dark blue that stays calm under pressure. This hex code sits low in both lightness and saturation, which gives it a serious, nautical character without navy’s stiffness. White text reads clearly on it at about 7.0:1 contrast, so it works as a dashboard or UI background. Pair it with warm sand tones to offset the coolness.
Questions about #015f88
What is #015f88 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #015f88 is rgb(1, 95, 136), in HSL hsl(198, 99%, 27%) and in CMYK 99%, 30%, 0%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #015f88?
Warm neutrals like sand and cream balance its cool undertone, and a muted terracotta accent adds contrast without clashing. Avoid bright oranges, which overpower its low saturation.
Is #015f88 readable on white or black?
#015f88 has a 7.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.99:1 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.