#0B1C2D Hex Color
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This desaturated, ashy blue sits deep in the dark range, nearly touching black. It serves as an ideal background for dark mode interfaces, offering 17.2:1 contrast with white text for excellent readability. Because of its heavy visual weight, use it as a dominant 60% base rather than a small accent. The hex code for this moody, professional shade is #0b1c2d.
Questions about #0b1c2d
What is #0b1c2d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0b1c2d is rgb(11, 28, 45), in HSL hsl(210, 61%, 11%) and in CMYK 76%, 38%, 0%, 82%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Where should I use the #0b1c2d hex color in my UI design?
#0b1c2d works best as a primary background color because of its heavy visual weight and depth. It provides a stable, professional canvas that makes white or light gray typography highly legible without the harshness of pure black.
What colors pair well with #0b1c2d for a balanced interface?
This deep tone acts as a neutral base, so pair it with cool, muted accents like silver or soft slate to maintain a cohesive look. For a subtle pop of contrast, consider introducing muted gold or warm copper highlights.
Is #0b1c2d readable on white or black?
#0b1c2d has a 17.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.21:1 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.