#0A187A Hex Color
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#0a187a is a dark, highly saturated blue with a cool, slightly violet undertone. Its serious depth suits finance, technology, government, and security branding, especially as a dominant background or strong interface base. Pair it with burgundy or soft gray for a tailored palette. The hex code #0a187a supports clear white text, including small body copy.
Questions about #0a187a
What is #0a187a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0a187a is rgb(10, 24, 122), in HSL hsl(233, 85%, 26%) and in CMYK 92%, 80%, 0%, 52%.
What colors pair well with #0a187a?
#0a187a pairs well with burgundy, soft gray, and warm neutrals, which soften its cool violet cast while preserving a polished, serious look for interfaces, presentations, and brand palettes without making the combination feel harsh.
Does #0a187a read as warm or cool?
#0a187a reads as a cool blue because its strongly saturated blue base shifts slightly toward violet, creating a controlled, formal mood rather than a bright or playful one in most palettes.
Is #0a187a readable on white or black?
#0a187a has a 14.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.42:1 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.