#043044 Hex Color
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This navy barely tries to look blue. The hex code #043044 is so dark and muted it reads closer to black ink, with a cool, ashy undertone. That restraint suits a dominant base in finance, healthcare, or law enforcement design. White text clears WCAG AA easily here at about 13.9:1 contrast, and it pairs better with burgundy than camel.
Questions about #043044
What is #043044 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #043044 is rgb(4, 48, 68), in HSL hsl(199, 89%, 14%) and in CMYK 94%, 29%, 0%, 73%.
What colors pair well with #043044?
Warm accents like burgundy, rust, or brass give #043044 a richer look than safe neutrals do. Soft cream also works for text and dividers without the harshness of pure white.
Is #043044 readable on white or black?
#043044 has a 13.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.51:1 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.