#03174D Hex Color
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#03174d is a very dark, muted blue with cool undertones and a serious, shadowed character. Its low lightness suggests authority, reliability, and security, making it effective for finance, technology, government, or law enforcement branding. Use it as a dominant background with white text or pair it with burgundy for a richer formal palette. The hex code is #03174d.
Questions about #03174d
What is #03174d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #03174d is rgb(3, 23, 77), in HSL hsl(224, 93%, 16%) and in CMYK 96%, 70%, 0%, 70%.
What colors pair well with #03174d?
#03174d pairs well with white for crisp contrast, burgundy for formal warmth, and pale cool neutrals for balance in interfaces, layouts, and brand palettes, while lighter companions keep text and fine details readable.
Is #03174d readable on white or black?
#03174d has a 17.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.23:1 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.