Denim & Prussian Blue Haze is a vivid complementary color palette tagged modern, blue, white. Near-complementary hues (about 178° apart) make this a high-contrast, attention-grabbing combination. Saturation runs high, so use the brightest color sparingly and let the others carry the surface area. Warm and cool hues are mixed, which adds depth.
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| Swatch | Name | HEX | RGB | HSL | OKLCH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prussian Blue | #003D63 | rgb(0, 61, 99) | hsl(203, 100%, 19%) | oklch(34.7% 0.086 244) | |
| Denim | #0060AE | rgb(0, 96, 174) | hsl(207, 100%, 34%) | oklch(48.7% 0.145 252) | |
| Peach Puff | #FFD7B1 | rgb(255, 215, 177) | hsl(29, 100%, 85%) | oklch(90.4% 0.067 65) | |
| Smoke | #F7F7F7 | rgb(247, 247, 247) | hsl(0, 0%, 97%) | oklch(97.6% 0.000 0) |
Why it works and how to use it
With 3 chromatic colors, Denim takes the lead while the rest support. Lightness runs from 19% to 97%. Well suited to websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Smoke (#F7F7F7) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Prussian Blue (#003D63) on #F7F7F7 gives 10.61:1, passing WCAG AAA.
- Primary: Denim (#0060AE) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links (5.97:1 against the background, fine for UI elements).
- Accent: Peach Puff (#FFD7B1) for highlights, badges and hover states.
4 of 6 color pairs pass WCAG AA (4.5:1); the strongest is Prussian Blue on Smoke at 10.61:1.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Denim & Prussian Blue Haze
A palette preview that turns four colors into a page, so you can judge hierarchy, contrast and mood before you commit.
Primary action SecondaryColor blindness simulation
Color-blind check: all four colors stay distinguishable under protanopia, deuteranopia and tritanopia.
Contrast check WCAG ratios between palette colors
| Pair | Sample | Ratio | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
#003D63 on #F7F7F7 | Aa | 10.61:1 | AAA |
#003D63 on #FFD7B1 | Aa | 8.45:1 | AAA |
#0060AE on #F7F7F7 | Aa | 5.97:1 | AA |
#0060AE on #FFD7B1 | Aa | 4.75:1 | AA |
#003D63 on #0060AE | Aa | 1.78:1 | Fail |
#FFD7B1 on #F7F7F7 | Aa | 1.26:1 | Fail |