#264565 Hex Color
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This desaturated, dusky blue feels serious and grounded. The hex code #264565 serves as a stable base for corporate branding or dark-themed UI backgrounds. Because it carries muted undertones, designers often study mixing gray to adjust the saturation levels. White text pops easily against this backdrop with a 9.9:1 contrast ratio, making it an excellent choice for legible body copy.
Questions about #264565
What is #264565 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #264565 is rgb(38, 69, 101), in HSL hsl(210, 45%, 27%) and in CMYK 62%, 32%, 0%, 60%.
Why is #264565 a good choice for text-heavy interfaces?
This shade provides high legibility against white backgrounds, achieving a strong 9.9:1 contrast ratio that meets accessibility standards. It functions like a softer charcoal or deep neutral, reducing eye strain compared to pure black text on a stark white screen.
What colors pair best with #264565 for a modern scheme?
Because #264565 is muted and cool, it balances well with warm, earthy tones like terracotta or soft sand. These combinations prevent the design from feeling too cold while maintaining the professional, grounded character this blue provides.
Is #264565 readable on white or black?
#264565 has a 9.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.12:1 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.