#2349A9 Hex Color
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A dark and cool shade of blue, #2349a9 communicates reliability and security. It creates a serious, professional tone suitable for finance, legal, or technology websites. Because this color feels grounded and steady, designers often use it for backgrounds in moody, high-contrast layouts. The hex code for this deep blue is #2349a9.
Questions about #2349a9
What is #2349a9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2349a9 is rgb(35, 73, 169), in HSL hsl(223, 66%, 40%) and in CMYK 79%, 57%, 0%, 34%.
What makes this blue effective for professional web design?
The color carries a sense of authority and grounded stability, making it ideal for finance, legal, or technology brands. Its deep, cool tone maintains high readability against light backgrounds while appearing serious and trustworthy to a corporate audience.
Which colors pair best with this shade of blue?
High-contrast results work best with clean whites, soft creams, or light grays to ensure the deep blue stands out. For more vibrant schemes, consider pairing it with subtle, muted oranges or gold accents that create a professional, complementary balance.
Is #2349a9 readable on white or black?
#2349a9 has a 8.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.59:1 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.