#0538AA Hex Color
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#0538aa is a dark, saturated blue with a cool, slightly violet undertone. Its strong chroma feels serious and authoritative, while its low lightness adds depth to branding and interfaces. Use it as a dominant UI or corporate color with white type, which achieves about a 9.8:1 contrast ratio. The hex code is #0538aa.
Questions about #0538aa
What is #0538aa in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0538aa is rgb(5, 56, 170), in HSL hsl(221, 94%, 34%) and in CMYK 97%, 67%, 0%, 33%.
What colors pair well with #0538aa?
#0538aa pairs well with white, pale blue, cool gray, and warm orange accents, balancing its deep cool base without competing with its saturation across logos, interfaces, marketing layouts, and digital products. For a quieter palette, add slate neutrals and reserve orange for emphasis.
Is #0538aa readable on white or black?
#0538aa has a 9.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.15:1 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.