#223559 Hex Color
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Closer to ink than to a true navy, the hex code #223559 is a dim, ashy blue with a serious, reserved feel. It sits partway toward what colors make black, which explains its matte depth. Best used as a dark UI background or a 30% supporting tone, it carries white text at about 12.2:1 contrast, well past AA. Brass or burgundy accents keep it from reading flat.
Questions about #223559
What is #223559 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #223559 is rgb(34, 53, 89), in HSL hsl(219, 45%, 24%) and in CMYK 62%, 40%, 0%, 65%.
What colors pair well with #223559?
Warm metals like brass and amber lift its gray undertone, while muted burgundy or teal keep the mood subdued. Skip bright pastels, since they wash it out.
Is #223559 readable on white or black?
#223559 has a 12.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.72:1 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.