#263746 Hex Color
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This dusty, inky blue acts as a grounding anchor for serious interfaces. Because #263746 is so muted and dark, it functions best as a dominant UI background rather than a small accent. It offers excellent legibility for white text, making it a functional choice for finance or tech branding. Pair it with crisp, warm metallics like brushed brass to break up its stark, gloomy character.
Questions about #263746
What is #263746 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #263746 is rgb(38, 55, 70), in HSL hsl(208, 30%, 21%) and in CMYK 46%, 21%, 0%, 73%.
Where should I use #263746 in my interface design?
#263746 functions best as a dominant background color for professional finance or tech applications. Because it is a very dark, muted blue, it provides excellent legibility for white or light-colored text, keeping the interface feeling grounded and serious.
What colors pair well with #263746 for high-end branding?
This color pairs beautifully with warm metallics like brushed brass or soft gold, which help break up its deep, gloomy character. You can also pair it with a light cream or off-white to maintain a crisp, clean contrast for readability.
Is #263746 readable on white or black?
#263746 has a 12.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.71:1 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.