#042494 Hex Color
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The hex code #042494 is a saturated, deep blue with a cool cast and strong visual weight. It creates a serious, secure mood suited to finance, technology, government, and corporate branding. Use it as a dominant UI background with white text, which offers about 12.5:1 contrast. Burgundy or warm gray can soften its formal character.
Questions about #042494
What is #042494 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #042494 is rgb(4, 36, 148), in HSL hsl(227, 95%, 30%) and in CMYK 97%, 76%, 0%, 42%.
What colors pair well with #042494?
#042494 pairs well with white for crisp contrast, while warm gray or burgundy can soften its formal, cool character. Use pale blue or restrained neutrals for calmer interfaces without losing its visual weight.
Is #042494 readable on white or black?
#042494 has a 12.46:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.68:1 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.