#235A72 Hex Color
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#235a72 is a dark, dusty blue with cool gray undertones and low saturation. Its shaded depth suggests seriousness, trust, and control, making it useful for security, finance, technology, or nautical designs. Use it as a dominant background with white text; this hex code delivers about 7.6:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #235a72
What is #235a72 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #235a72 is rgb(35, 90, 114), in HSL hsl(198, 53%, 29%) and in CMYK 69%, 21%, 0%, 55%.
What colors pair well with #235a72?
#235a72 pairs effectively with burgundy or terracotta for restrained warmth, while pale gray and muted cream provide lighter contrast; these combinations give designers a grounded palette for finance, security, or editorial layouts without making the dark blue feel heavy.
Is #235a72 readable on white or black?
#235a72 has a 7.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.77:1 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.