#254B68 Hex Color
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A dusty, unsaturated navy, #254b68 reads as serious and stable. Its low chroma creates a moody, professional atmosphere suitable for corporate or technology-based branding. Because this shade is quite dark, it functions best as a dominant background color. White text offers excellent 9.2:1 contrast against it, making the pairing ideal for readable, formal interface designs.
Questions about #254b68
What is #254b68 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #254b68 is rgb(37, 75, 104), in HSL hsl(206, 48%, 28%) and in CMYK 64%, 28%, 0%, 59%.
Does #254b68 work well for text-heavy interfaces?
Yes, #254b68 provides excellent legibility when paired with white or very light text, achieving a 9.2:1 contrast ratio that meets stringent accessibility standards. It functions best as a dominant, grounded background rather than an accent color in formal UI layouts.
What colors complement #254b68 for a balanced scheme?
Is #254b68 readable on white or black?
#254b68 has a 9.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.28:1 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.