#21262D Hex Color
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This dark, dusty blue leans heavily into grey, creating a moody and serious aesthetic. With a 15.2:1 contrast ratio against white text, it serves as an excellent base for dark mode interfaces in finance or technology projects. It provides strong readability while maintaining a professional atmosphere. The hex code for this versatile, reliable color is #21262d.
Questions about #21262d
What is #21262d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #21262d is rgb(33, 38, 45), in HSL hsl(215, 15%, 15%) and in CMYK 27%, 16%, 0%, 82%.
Is #21262d suitable for body text?
#21262d is an exceptionally dark shade that works best as a background color rather than for body text. When using it as a background, pair it with crisp white or off-white text to ensure sufficient contrast and readability for users.
What color palettes work best with #21262d?
This cool, desaturated blue works well when paired with lighter neutrals like soft slate or warm metallics to add depth. It also creates a sharp, professional look when combined with clean whites or subtle cool grey accents.
Is #21262d readable on white or black?
#21262d has a 15.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.37:1 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.