#052542 Hex Color
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#052542 is a dark, muted navy with ashy undertones. The hex code sits low in both saturation and lightness, so it reads somber and controlled rather than vivid. That makes it a strong dominant base for dark mode interfaces, finance branding, and formal layouts. White text on it reaches about 15.6:1 contrast, well past AA. Pair it with burgundy or brass for a richer feel.
Questions about #052542
What is #052542 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #052542 is rgb(5, 37, 66), in HSL hsl(209, 86%, 14%) and in CMYK 92%, 44%, 0%, 74%.
What colors pair well with #052542?
Burgundy and brass tones add warmth next to #052542 without breaking its muted feel. For a cooler palette, use slate gray or pale sky blue as accent colors.
Is #052542 readable on white or black?
#052542 has a 15.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.34:1 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.