#2379BA Hex Color
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#2379ba is a cool, moderately muted blue with a clear, dependable character. Its medium depth supports feelings of trust and security, making it useful for finance, healthcare, technology, and government branding. Use this hex code as a supporting tone or interface base, with white text achieving about 4.7:1 contrast for WCAG AA body text.
Questions about #2379ba
What is #2379ba in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2379ba is rgb(35, 121, 186), in HSL hsl(206, 68%, 43%) and in CMYK 81%, 35%, 0%, 27%.
What colors pair well with #2379ba?
#2379ba pairs well with white, soft gray, navy, and warm neutrals such as sand or beige; use white for crisp contrast and warmer neutrals to soften its cool, dependable blue character.
Is #2379ba warm or cool, and what mood does it convey?
#2379ba reads as a cool blue because its hue leans toward cyan rather than violet; its medium depth and moderate saturation create a steady, trustworthy mood without feeling overly bright or intense.
Is #2379ba readable on white or black?
#2379ba has a 4.65:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.51:1 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 works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.