#212947 Hex Color
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A dark, muted blue-indigo with low saturation and a cool, inky cast, #212947 feels serious, controlled, and dependable. This hex code suits dark-mode interfaces, finance, security, and formal branding. Use it as a dominant background with lighter text; its dim, matte character can look heavy across large areas without brighter supporting accents.
Questions about #212947
What is #212947 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #212947 is rgb(33, 41, 71), in HSL hsl(227, 37%, 20%) and in CMYK 54%, 42%, 0%, 72%.
What colors pair well with #212947?
#212947 pairs well with burgundy and muted brass, while pale blue-gray adds lift, because its cool, low-saturation base lets warmer accents create contrast without overwhelming the palette in restrained branding and interface layouts. Keep brass as a small accent.
Is #212947 readable on white or black?
#212947 has a 14.25:1 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.