#0E4E79 Hex Color
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The hex code #0e4e79 is a dark, muted blue with cool, slightly gray undertones. Its low lightness gives designs a serious, dependable feel without the harshness of near-black navy. Use it as a dominant UI background or formal brand color, pairing it with burgundy or warm ivory. White text reaches about 8.8:1 contrast, suitable for small body text.
Questions about #0e4e79
What is #0e4e79 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0e4e79 is rgb(14, 78, 121), in HSL hsl(204, 79%, 26%) and in CMYK 88%, 36%, 0%, 53%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #0e4e79?
#0e4e79 pairs well with burgundy, warm ivory, and restrained brass accents because its muted blue base gives warmer colors room to stand out. Use the blue as the dominant tone, then reserve warmer hues for emphasis and calls to action.
Is #0e4e79 readable on white or black?
#0e4e79 has a 8.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.38:1 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.