#213E56 Hex Color

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#213e56 is a dusty, unsaturated navy that feels incredibly grounded and professional. It lacks the brightness of standard blues, making it a reliable choice for corporate branding or moody UI backgrounds. Because it offers strong contrast against white text, it works well as a dominant base color. Pair this hex code with warm, muted metallics for a sophisticated, modern look that avoids appearing flat.

Questions about #213e56

What is #213e56 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #213e56 is rgb(33, 62, 86), in HSL hsl(207, 45%, 23%) and in CMYK 62%, 28%, 0%, 66%.
What colors pair best with #213e56 for a modern look?
#213e56 works exceptionally well with warm, metallic accents to break up its cool, grounded intensity. Pair this deep navy with champagne or soft gold for a sophisticated, high-end feel that avoids the flat look of standard corporate blues.
Is #213e56 readable on white or black?
#213e56 has a 11.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.88:1 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.