#03416B Hex Color
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The hex code #03416b is a dark, muted blue with a cool, slightly teal cast. Its low lightness creates a serious, dependable mood for finance, technology, government, and security branding. Use it as a dominant background with soft ivory or burgundy accents. White text reaches about 10.6:1 contrast here, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #03416b
What is #03416b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #03416b is rgb(3, 65, 107), in HSL hsl(204, 95%, 22%) and in CMYK 97%, 39%, 0%, 58%.
Is #03416b warm or cool?
#03416b reads as a cool dark blue because its blue base carries a subtle teal cast, giving it a calm, serious feel rather than the warmth associated with violet or red-leaning blues.
Which colors pair well with #03416b?
#03416b pairs well with soft ivory, muted burgundy, and pale blue, creating balanced palettes that soften its depth while preserving its cool, dependable character in interfaces, editorial layouts, and brand accents. Use ivory for a softer contrast and burgundy for a richer accent.
Is #03416b readable on white or black?
#03416b has a 10.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.97:1 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.