#043C6C Hex Color
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#043c6c is a dark, muted blue with cool undertones and low saturation, giving designs a serious, dependable feel. It suits security, finance, government, technology, and nautical branding as a dominant background or formal accent. Pair it with burgundy or warm gray for contrast. White text reads clearly on this color, with about an 11.2:1 contrast ratio. The hex code is #043c6c.
Questions about #043c6c
What is #043c6c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #043c6c is rgb(4, 60, 108), in HSL hsl(208, 93%, 22%) and in CMYK 96%, 44%, 0%, 58%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #043c6c?
#043c6c pairs well with burgundy or warm gray because their warmer notes balance its cool blue undertones while preserving a serious, dependable mood. Use white for crisp contrast or a pale tint when a softer interface is needed.
Is #043c6c a warm or cool color?
#043c6c reads as a cool color because its blue hue and restrained saturation create a deep, calm appearance rather than a warm, energetic one. That cool character supports formal interfaces and makes warmer accent colors especially effective.
Is #043c6c readable on white or black?
#043c6c has a 11.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.86:1 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.