#0A2A9C Hex Color
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The hex code #0a2a9c is a dark, saturated blue with a cool, slightly violet undertone. Its strong depth conveys authority and reliability, making it effective for finance, technology, government, and security branding. Use it as a dominant UI background or pair it with burgundy. White text provides about an 11.5:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #0a2a9c
What is #0a2a9c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0a2a9c is rgb(10, 42, 156), in HSL hsl(227, 88%, 33%) and in CMYK 94%, 73%, 0%, 39%.
What colors pair well with #0a2a9c?
#0a2a9c pairs well with white for crisp contrast, pale blue for a restrained monochromatic look, and warm burgundy for a richer accent that balances its cool, violet-leaning depth across interfaces and branding.
Does #0a2a9c read as a warm or cool color?
#0a2a9c reads as a cool color because its saturated blue base carries a slight violet undertone. That cool depth can suggest reliability, focus, and control, especially when used for navigation, headers, or large interface backgrounds.
Is #0a2a9c readable on white or black?
#0a2a9c has a 11.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.82:1 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.