COLOR
#042E8C
≈ Smalt
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On white
Aa
11.83:1
Passes AAA
On black
Aa
1.48:1
Fails AA
Best text on this color
Aa#FFFFFF(11.83:1)
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Normal vision#042E8C
Protanopia#003E8F
Deuteranopia#00318A
Tritanopia#004858
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Smalt sits in the blue family. Pair it with warm accents — amber, coral or gold — to stop it feeling cold, or lean into its harmonies below for a ready-made scheme.
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Pantone & RAL matches are coming soon — those libraries aren't openly licensed for redistribution.
Smalt — meaning & where to use it
Smalt is a deep, shadowy blue — it reads as trustworthy, stable and professional. It's a natural fit for corporate, tech and financial brands, and dependable UI chrome. To keep it balanced, pair it with warm accents — amber, coral or gold — to stop it feeling cold.
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