#074859 Hex Color
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This dark, dusty cyan has a cold and serious character. Because of its deep saturation, #074859 works best as a dominant base for moody UI designs or tech-focused branding. It offers high contrast for white text, making it a functional choice for clean, readable layouts. When you need a professional alternative to standard navy, this hex code provides depth without appearing flat or overly traditional.
Questions about #074859
What is #074859 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #074859 is rgb(7, 72, 89), in HSL hsl(192, 85%, 19%) and in CMYK 92%, 19%, 0%, 65%.
What design styles work best with #074859?
This deep, saturated tone excels in professional UI and tech-focused branding where you need stability without the monotony of standard black. It provides excellent legibility for white text, making it a reliable choice for dashboards, navigation bars, or clean, high-contrast digital layouts.
Does #074859 feel warm or cool?
#074859 is decidedly cool, leaning into dusty cyan territory that feels serious and precise. It lacks warmth, so it pairs best when balanced against softer neutrals or cream to prevent the final design from feeling too clinical or unapproachable.
Is #074859 readable on white or black?
#074859 has a 10.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.08:1 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.