#263A45 Hex Color
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A dusty, muted blue with strong grey undertones, #263a45 offers a serious, grounded mood for moody UI designs. Because of its dark, matte quality, it serves as an excellent base for websites in technology or law enforcement. Pair it with soft cream or warm white text to maintain high readability. The hex code for this color is #263a45.
Questions about #263a45
What is #263a45 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #263a45 is rgb(38, 58, 69), in HSL hsl(201, 29%, 21%) and in CMYK 45%, 16%, 0%, 73%.
What colors pair best with #263a45 for web design?
Is #263a45 considered a warm or cool color?
#263a45 is primarily a cool-toned blue, but its significant grey component gives it a neutral, subdued personality. This balance prevents it from feeling too icy, making it a reliable choice for professional environments where you need stability without harshness.
Is #263a45 readable on white or black?
#263a45 has a 11.84:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.77:1 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.