#0C1C54 Hex Color
A serious, ink-like shade of navy
This deep, ink-like shade brings a sense of authority and permanence to digital interfaces. As a highly unsaturated dark blue, #0c1c54 works best as a primary background or a heavy grounding element in professional layouts. It offers excellent contrast for white typography, ensuring readability in data-heavy designs. Pair it with muted gold or copper accents to break up its seriousness without losing that reserved, corporate edge.
Questions about #0c1c54
What is #0c1c54 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0c1c54 is rgb(12, 28, 84), in HSL hsl(227, 75%, 19%) and in CMYK 86%, 67%, 0%, 67%.
How does #0c1c54 perform as a background color for text?
#0c1c54 functions exceptionally well as a dark background because its deep, unsaturated nature provides high contrast for white or light cream typography. It feels more grounded and less aggressive than pure black, making it perfect for modern dashboards and data-heavy interfaces.
Is #0c1c54 readable on white or black?
#0c1c54 has a 16.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.30:1 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.