#091540 Hex Color
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#091540 is a dim, near-black navy with significant desaturation. This heavy, moody tone works best as a primary background color for high-contrast UI, where white text remains perfectly legible against the dark field. It brings authority and stability to corporate branding, though it can feel overwhelming in large blocks. Use this hex code as a base for serious, professional designs where traditional navy feels too bright.
Questions about #091540
What is #091540 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #091540 is rgb(9, 21, 64), in HSL hsl(227, 75%, 14%) and in CMYK 86%, 67%, 0%, 75%.
When should #091540 be used in UI design?
Use #091540 as a dark background for interfaces that rely on high legibility, especially when paired with clean, white typography. It offers a softer, more sophisticated alternative to pure black while maintaining the same level of visual authority and professional structure.
Does #091540 pair well with accent colors?
This near-black navy acts as a neutral anchor, making it exceptionally versatile for bright, high-saturation accents. It pairs particularly well with a vibrant electric blue for a tech-forward look or a muted gold for a more classical, corporate aesthetic.
Is #091540 readable on white or black?
#091540 has a 17.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.19:1 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.