#0E5580 Hex Color
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#0e5580 is a desaturated, deep blue that creates a steady, serious foundation for layouts. It functions well as a background color for technical or financial interfaces. The hex code #0e5580 provides an 8.0:1 contrast ratio against white text, ensuring excellent readability for small body copy. Pair this shade with a muted gold accent to break its cool intensity without overwhelming the design.
Questions about #0e5580
What is #0e5580 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0e5580 is rgb(14, 85, 128), in HSL hsl(203, 80%, 28%) and in CMYK 89%, 34%, 0%, 50%.
What colors pair well with #0e5580 for a balanced design?
#0e5580 works best when balanced by high-contrast neutrals or warm, desaturated accents to break its cool intensity. Try pairing this deep blue with a crisp off-white for text or a muted gold for buttons to create a sophisticated, trustworthy layout.
Is #0e5580 readable on white or black?
#0e5580 has a 7.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.62:1 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.