#042535 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #042535 is a blue-black shade with subtle slate and green undertones. Its low saturation and lightness create a serious, secure mood suited to finance, technology, government, and dark-mode interfaces. Use it as a dominant background with white text, which reaches about 15.9:1 contrast. The hex code #042535 also suits moody branding and large type.
Questions about #042535
What is #042535 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #042535 is rgb(4, 37, 53), in HSL hsl(200, 86%, 11%) and in CMYK 92%, 30%, 0%, 79%.
Does #042535 read as warm or cool?
#042535 reads as a cool blue-black because its blue base is softened by subtle slate and green undertones. Its low brightness feels restrained and secure, while muted saturation keeps it from appearing vivid or electric.
Which colors pair well with #042535?
#042535 pairs well with white, soft off-white, pale blue, and warm terracotta accents, creating clear separation while preserving its serious mood. Use restrained warm details to soften the palette for editorial layouts or premium branding.
Is #042535 readable on white or black?
#042535 has a 15.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.32:1 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.