#225069 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #225069 is a cool blue with subtle gray and teal undertones. Its low saturation creates a serious, dependable mood suited to finance, technology, government, and nautical branding. Use this hex code as a UI background or dominant base; white text reaches about 8.7:1 contrast, supporting readable body copy and clear interfaces.
Questions about #225069
What is #225069 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #225069 is rgb(34, 80, 105), in HSL hsl(201, 51%, 27%) and in CMYK 68%, 24%, 0%, 59%.
What colors pair well with #225069?
Pair #225069 with white or soft off-white for crisp contrast, or add muted warm accents such as terracotta and ochre to balance its cool blue-gray base without overwhelming its restrained character.
Where does #225069 work best in a design?
Use #225069 for UI backgrounds, headers, navigation, and brand surfaces where a cool, dependable presence is useful; its low saturation keeps large areas calmer than brighter blues while preserving clear hierarchy.
Is #225069 readable on white or black?
#225069 has a 8.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.41:1 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.