#025E8C Hex Color
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The hex code #025e8c produces a dark, muted blue with a cool, slightly green undertone. Its low lightness gives layouts a serious, dependable feel, while the subdued saturation keeps it controlled rather than vivid. Use it as a strong background or supporting brand tone in finance, technology, government, and nautical designs. White text reaches about 7.0:1 contrast here.
Questions about #025e8c
What is #025e8c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #025e8c is rgb(2, 94, 140), in HSL hsl(200, 97%, 28%) and in CMYK 99%, 33%, 0%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #025e8c?
Pair #025e8c with charcoal for a restrained interface, warm off-white for readable contrast, or muted terracotta for a measured accent that adds warmth without overpowering its cool depth.
Is #025e8c readable on white or black?
#025e8c has a 7.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.98:1 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.