#084F7E Hex Color
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Dark, unsaturated, and professional, #084f7e functions as a dependable anchor for corporate and tech identities. This deep blue provides excellent contrast against white text, making it a functional choice for UI backgrounds and long-form body content. Because the hue sits on the cooler side, pair it with muted golds or creams to prevent the palette from feeling too chilly. The hex code is #084f7e.
Questions about #084f7e
What is #084f7e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #084f7e is rgb(8, 79, 126), in HSL hsl(204, 88%, 26%) and in CMYK 94%, 37%, 0%, 51%.
What colors pair best with #084f7e for a balanced palette?
#084f7e works best when paired with muted golds or soft creams to offset its naturally cool temperature. Using warm neutrals helps prevent the deep blue from feeling overly chilly, making it an excellent choice for professional websites and formal print materials.
Is #084f7e a good choice for text-heavy UI backgrounds?
Yes, #084f7e provides excellent contrast against white text, making it highly functional for long-form body content. Its unsaturated tone keeps the screen easy on the eyes while maintaining a strong, authoritative presence for your primary interface elements.
Is #084f7e readable on white or black?
#084f7e has a 8.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.42:1 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.