#213555 Hex Color
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A muted, dusty navy, #213555 carries an air of professional authority and somber depth. Because it is highly unsaturated, this color works best as a grounding base for dark mode interfaces or formal branding. It lacks the punch of brighter blues, making it a reliable choice for high-contrast text layouts. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold to avoid a jarring visual conflict.
Questions about #213555
What is #213555 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #213555 is rgb(33, 53, 85), in HSL hsl(217, 44%, 23%) and in CMYK 61%, 38%, 0%, 67%.
What colors pair well with #213555?
For a balanced palette, pair #213555 with soft creams or muted golds to soften its somber depth without creating visual conflict. Avoid pairing it with high-energy brights, as they can clash with the muted, professional nature of this specific navy shade.
Is #213555 readable on white or black?
#213555 has a 12.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.70:1 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.