#084A70 Hex Color
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#084a70 is a dark, muted blue with a cool teal undertone and low lightness. Its serious, controlled mood suits finance, government, security, and nautical branding. Use it as a dominant UI background or pair it with burgundy for richer contrast. The hex code #084a70 supports clear white body text at about 9.4:1 contrast.
Questions about #084a70
What is #084a70 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #084a70 is rgb(8, 74, 112), in HSL hsl(202, 87%, 24%) and in CMYK 93%, 34%, 0%, 56%.
Does #084a70 read as a warm or cool color?
#084a70 reads as a cool blue because its deep blue base carries a subtle teal undertone rather than red or yellow warmth, giving it a controlled, dependable character suited to serious interfaces, maritime themes, and calm dark backgrounds.
What colors pair well with #084a70?
#084a70 pairs well with burgundy for rich contrast, off-white for balance, and pale neutrals for a quieter scheme, while brighter accents can add clarity without losing its serious character overall.
Is #084a70 readable on white or black?
#084a70 has a 9.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.22:1 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.