#2489C6 Hex Color
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This cool, unsaturated blue conveys steady reliability. Because it lacks intense chroma, #2489c6 acts as a stable base color for corporate branding and government interfaces where trust is paramount. It maintains high readability with black text, making it a functional choice for dense UI layouts. Pair this hex code with warm terracotta or soft gold accents to break up its stark, professional rigidity.
Questions about #2489c6
What is #2489c6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2489c6 is rgb(36, 137, 198), in HSL hsl(203, 69%, 46%) and in CMYK 82%, 31%, 0%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #2489c6?
Because #2489c6 is a stable, unsaturated blue, it pairs best with terracotta or warm gold accents to break up its professional rigidity. These warm tones balance the cool nature of the blue, creating a more dynamic and accessible visual layout.
Is #2489c6 readable on white or black?
#2489c6 has a 3.84:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.46:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.