#104B6D Hex Color

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This dim, unsaturated blue carries a serious weight suited for corporate branding and professional UI backgrounds. With high contrast against white text, #104b6d creates a stable, readable surface for financial or security-focused applications. Because of its muted, cool tone, pair it with a soft mustard yellow or warm gray to break up the monotony. The hex code for this deep navy is #104b6d.

Questions about #104b6d

What is #104b6d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #104b6d is rgb(16, 75, 109), in HSL hsl(202, 74%, 25%) and in CMYK 85%, 31%, 0%, 57%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors complement #104b6d?
#104b6d pairs well with mustard yellow or warm gray tones to create a balanced, professional palette. These warm colors effectively offset the inherent coolness of this deep navy, preventing the overall design from feeling too cold or monotonous in professional layouts.
Is #104b6d a good choice for user interfaces?
#104b6d is an excellent choice for financial or security-focused applications where stability and trust are essential. Its high contrast against white text makes it a reliable option for reading environments, primary buttons, or UI headers that require a grounded, serious aesthetic.
Is #104b6d readable on white or black?
#104b6d has a 9.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.24:1 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.