#081B41 Hex Color
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This near-black navy is a dark, unsaturated blue with a cold, serious character. It serves well as a robust background for corporate or tech interfaces, providing high readability with white text. Use #081b41 as a solid base rather than an accent, as its deep, muted tone commands authority. It pairs particularly well with muted metallics or cream, which soften its harsh, professional edge.
Questions about #081b41
What is #081b41 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #081b41 is rgb(8, 27, 65), in HSL hsl(220, 78%, 14%) and in CMYK 88%, 58%, 0%, 75%.
What colors pair best with #081b41 in a layout?
This deep navy works best with crisp, neutral accents like cream or soft silver to soften its cold, industrial edge. Use pure white for text to ensure maximum readability, as the dark tone effectively absorbs lighter, brighter colors around it.
Does #081b41 work well for UI backgrounds?
#081b41 acts as an excellent alternative to standard black, providing a softer, more sophisticated background for professional dashboards or web apps. Its low saturation ensures that vibrant UI elements like buttons or notification badges stand out clearly without visual strain.
Is #081b41 readable on white or black?
#081b41 has a 16.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.24:1 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.