#0F5266 Hex Color
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This deep, dusty cyan feels grounded and serious, acting as a mature alternative to bright blues. Because of its dark, muted saturation, #0f5266 serves best as a dominant background for modern dark mode UI. White text pops easily against its surface, maintaining strong readability without harsh glare. Pair this shade with soft terracotta accents for a balanced contrast in branding projects.
Questions about #0f5266
What is #0f5266 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0f5266 is rgb(15, 82, 102), in HSL hsl(194, 74%, 23%) and in CMYK 85%, 20%, 0%, 60%.
How should I use #0f5266 in a digital interface?
Use #0f5266 as a dominant background color in dark mode designs to ground the visual experience. Because it is a deep, muted cyan, it creates a professional atmosphere that allows white text to pop with excellent contrast and readability.
What colors pair effectively with #0f5266?
This color pairs best with warm, earthy tones like terracotta to provide a necessary visual balance against the cool, dark cyan base. You can also combine it with neutral creams or off-whites for a clean, minimalist aesthetic that feels modern and refined.
Is #0f5266 readable on white or black?
#0f5266 has a 8.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.41:1 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.