#043344 Hex Color
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#043344 is a dark, muted cyan-blue with subtle green undertones and cool, oceanic depth. Its low lightness gives interfaces and branding a serious, dependable mood, while its blue-green cast keeps it refreshing. Use the hex code #043344 as a dominant background with white text, which achieves about 13.4:1 contrast for clear body copy.
Questions about #043344
What is #043344 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #043344 is rgb(4, 51, 68), in HSL hsl(196, 89%, 14%) and in CMYK 94%, 25%, 0%, 73%.
What colors pair well with #043344?
#043344 pairs well with white and pale neutrals for clean contrast, while warm terracotta, coral, or muted gold accents balance its cool blue-green base without overwhelming its deep, oceanic character.
Does #043344 read as warm or cool?
#043344 reads distinctly cool because its blue-green undertones and low lightness create an oceanic, grounded feel, while its cyan component adds freshness and its deep value keeps it serious and dependable for interfaces, logos, navigation, and brand backgrounds.
Is #043344 readable on white or black?
#043344 has a 13.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.56:1 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.