#246599 Hex Color
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#246599 is a muted, desaturated blue that leans into a serious, professional aesthetic. Its cool, dim quality pairs well with stark white text, meeting accessibility standards for small body copy. Because of its dark and reliable character, this shade is a strong choice for UI backgrounds in finance or security interfaces. The hex code for this color is #246599.
Questions about #246599
What is #246599 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #246599 is rgb(36, 101, 153), in HSL hsl(207, 62%, 37%) and in CMYK 76%, 34%, 0%, 40%.
What color palettes work best with #246599?
Pairing #246599 with cool gray creates a sophisticated, corporate aesthetic, while adding a pop of soft peach provides a subtle, modern contrast. These combinations keep the overall design feeling reliable and grounded rather than overly vibrant or chaotic.
Is #246599 readable on white or black?
#246599 has a 6.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.39:1 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 only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.