#142070 Hex Color
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Dark and cool, #142070 is a saturated navy blue with a slightly violet undertone. Its controlled character suits finance, technology, government, and formal branding, especially as a dominant background or uniform color. White text reads clearly against it, with about a 14.3:1 contrast ratio. The hex code for this color is #142070.
Questions about #142070
What is #142070 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #142070 is rgb(20, 32, 112), in HSL hsl(232, 70%, 26%) and in CMYK 82%, 71%, 0%, 56%.
What colors pair well with #142070?
#142070 pairs well with white for crisp contrast, pale blue for a restrained palette, and muted gold or soft orange for complementary warmth. These combinations balance its cool violet undertone without competing with its deep, formal presence.
Is #142070 a warm or cool color?
#142070 reads as a cool navy blue because its deep blue base shifts slightly toward violet, giving it a controlled, formal mood rather than a warm or energetic feel overall. It works well when a design needs authority and visual calm.
Is #142070 readable on white or black?
#142070 has a 14.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.47:1 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.