#0B316B Hex Color
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#0b316b is a saturated, deep navy with a cold, serious presence. Because it is quite dark, it functions best as a dominant base color in corporate or professional layouts. It pairs effectively with clean white text for high-contrast accessibility. Avoid using it alongside other dark colors, as the design can quickly become murky and difficult to read. The hex code is #0b316b.
Questions about #0b316b
What is #0b316b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0b316b is rgb(11, 49, 107), in HSL hsl(216, 81%, 23%) and in CMYK 90%, 54%, 0%, 58%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
How should I use #0b316b effectively in a design layout?
Is #0b316b suitable for text-heavy corporate branding?
Yes, #0b316b is an excellent choice for professional identities that need to convey authority and reliability. Its dark, saturated presence mimics the stability of traditional business suits, making it a sophisticated alternative to standard black while remaining accessible and legible.
Is #0b316b readable on white or black?
#0b316b has a 12.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.66:1 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.