#063E72 Hex Color

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#063e72 is a deep, muted blue that carries a strong sense of authority and seriousness. Because it is highly unsaturated, it serves as an excellent, grounded base for professional UI or dark mode interfaces. White text maintains a sharp 10.8:1 contrast ratio against this shade, ensuring perfect readability for body copy. Pair it with soft cream or warm metallics to balance its inherent coolness.

Questions about #063e72

What is #063e72 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #063e72 is rgb(6, 62, 114), in HSL hsl(209, 90%, 24%) and in CMYK 95%, 46%, 0%, 55%.
What colors pair best with #063e72 for a balanced palette?
This deep blue works best when softened by cream or ivory to reduce its severity, while warm metallics like bronze or gold add a necessary luxurious contrast. Avoid pairing it with high-saturation neons, which can clash with its grounded, muted temperament.
Is #063e72 a good choice for text in dark mode interfaces?
Yes, #063e72 excels as a background color for dark mode because it offers a 10.8:1 contrast ratio against white text, easily exceeding WCAG accessibility standards. Its unsaturated nature prevents visual vibration, keeping body copy sharp and readable for long-form content.
Is #063e72 readable on white or black?
#063e72 has a 10.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.93:1 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.