#08306B Hex Color
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Far darker than standard web blue, #08306b is a deep navy with a cool, muted cast. It works best as a dominant base in dark mode UI, finance, and government design, where its dim, serious character reads as trust and authority. Pair it with burgundy or brass for something richer than the usual gray. The hex code gives white text about 12.8:1 contrast.
Questions about #08306b
What is #08306b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #08306b is rgb(8, 48, 107), in HSL hsl(216, 86%, 23%) and in CMYK 93%, 55%, 0%, 58%.
What colors pair well with #08306b?
Burgundy and warm ochre bring out its depth, while pale slate and cool grays keep it subdued. It also holds up against off-whites better than brighter navies.
Is #08306b readable on white or black?
#08306b has a 12.76:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.64:1 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.