#104268 Hex Color
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#104268 is a dark, muted blue with cool gray undertones and a low-lightness appearance. Its serious, dependable character suits finance, technology, government, and nautical branding. Use it as a dominant background with white text, which reaches about a 10.5:1 contrast ratio, or pair it with burgundy for a richer corporate palette. The hex code is #104268.
Questions about #104268
What is #104268 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #104268 is rgb(16, 66, 104), in HSL hsl(206, 73%, 24%) and in CMYK 85%, 37%, 0%, 59%.
What colors pair well with #104268?
#104268 pairs well with white, soft gray, and muted burgundy, creating contrast from clean to rich; lighter blue tints can build a restrained monochromatic palette, while warm cream adds a gentler counterpoint.
Is #104268 a warm or cool color?
#104268 reads as a cool blue because its blue channel strongly outweighs its red and green values, while the muted gray undertone softens its intensity rather than making it appear bright or icy.
Where does #104268 work well in design?
#104268 works well as a dominant background for finance, technology, government, and nautical branding, where its dark blue tone communicates reliability and structure. Use lighter text and restrained accent colors to preserve its clear, formal character.
Is #104268 readable on white or black?
#104268 has a 10.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.00:1 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.