#041C74 Hex Color
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#041c74 is a dark, strongly saturated blue with a cool, slightly violet cast. Its deep value creates a serious, controlled mood suited to finance, technology, government, and formal branding. Use the hex code as a dominant background or strong accent, then add lighter text and details to prevent dense layouts from feeling gloomy. White text reads clearly on it.
Questions about #041c74
What is #041c74 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #041c74 is rgb(4, 28, 116), in HSL hsl(227, 93%, 24%) and in CMYK 97%, 76%, 0%, 55%.
What colors pair well with #041c74?
#041c74 pairs well with burgundy for a richer formal palette, while pale gray or soft ivory can open up its dark, saturated appearance. Use warmer accents sparingly so the blue remains the visual anchor.
Is #041c74 readable on white or black?
#041c74 has a 14.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.42:1 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.