#232F89 Hex Color
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Deep and saturated, #232f89 is a dark indigo that carries a strong sense of authority. Its heavy value makes it an ideal base for corporate UI, where white text remains highly legible thanks to an 11.4:1 contrast ratio. When building out a palette, designers often adjust this hex code by mixing purple to soften its cooler, sharper edges.
Questions about #232f89
What is #232f89 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #232f89 is rgb(35, 47, 137), in HSL hsl(233, 59%, 34%) and in CMYK 74%, 66%, 0%, 46%.
What colors pair best with #232f89 for modern design layouts?
Is #232f89 readable on white or black?
#232f89 has a 11.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.83:1 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.