#09516D Hex Color
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The hex code #09516d defines a dark, muted blue with a cool blue-green undertone. Its low lightness gives designs a serious, stable, and slightly mysterious feel. Use it as a dominant background for finance, technology, or formal interfaces, then add white text for strong readability, with about 8.7:1 contrast.
Questions about #09516d
What is #09516d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #09516d is rgb(9, 81, 109), in HSL hsl(197, 85%, 23%) and in CMYK 92%, 26%, 0%, 57%.
What colors pair well with #09516d?
#09516d pairs well with burgundy, warm cream, and restrained copper accents, which add contrast without weakening its serious character. Use those warmer tones sparingly for buttons, highlights, or key details in otherwise cool, structured layouts.
Is #09516d readable on white or black?
#09516d has a 8.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.40:1 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.