#083566 Hex Color
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This desaturated, dark blue carries a professional weight that anchors corporate designs. It works well as a grounding base for UI backgrounds because white text offers excellent legibility against it. While this shade reads authoritative, be careful with its usage; it can feel too moody in large, solid blocks. The hex code for this color is #083566, a stable choice for modern tech and finance applications.
Questions about #083566
What is #083566 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #083566 is rgb(8, 53, 102), in HSL hsl(211, 85%, 22%) and in CMYK 92%, 48%, 0%, 60%.
Why is #083566 considered a good choice for UI design?
#083566 functions as a high-contrast base for digital interfaces because it is deep enough to allow white text to stand out clearly. This stability makes it a reliable choice for finance or tech dashboards requiring professional readability.
What colors pair effectively with #083566?
This shade pairs effectively with lighter neutral tones like soft creams or crisp off-whites to prevent the design from feeling too heavy. For an accent, a metallic gold provides a classic, sophisticated contrast against its deep, grounded tone.
Is #083566 readable on white or black?
#083566 has a 12.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.71:1 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.