#264AA7 Hex Color
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This saturated, deep blue carries a serious, professional edge suitable for corporate branding or secure interface design. Because it sits on the cooler side, the hex code #264aa7 works well as a grounding base for UI backgrounds. It maintains excellent legibility with white text, providing an 8.0:1 contrast ratio. If you find the hue too intense, consider mixing gray to create a more muted, sophisticated palette.
Questions about #264aa7
What is #264aa7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #264aa7 is rgb(38, 74, 167), in HSL hsl(223, 63%, 40%) and in CMYK 77%, 56%, 0%, 35%.
What colors pair well with #264aa7?
#264aa7 works best alongside neutral tones that balance its intense, cool energy without competing for attention. Try pairing it with off-white for a clean, accessible interface, or use a soft light gray to ground the design for a more modern, professional look.
Is #264aa7 readable on white or black?
#264aa7 has a 8.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.61:1 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.