#265D9D Hex Color
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#265d9d is a dark, cool blue with muted saturation and a slightly gray cast. Its serious, dependable character suits security, finance, government, and technology branding. Use it as a supporting tone or bold UI background, paired with white text for about 6.7:1 contrast. The hex code #265d9d also brings depth to moody layouts and formal designs.
Questions about #265d9d
What is #265d9d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #265d9d is rgb(38, 93, 157), in HSL hsl(212, 61%, 38%) and in CMYK 76%, 41%, 0%, 38%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #265d9d?
#265d9d pairs well with white, soft gray, and warm neutrals, while muted orange accents add balanced contrast to its cool blue base without overpowering its restrained character in modern interfaces. Use lighter backgrounds for openness and darker details for a more formal palette.
Does #265d9d read as a warm or cool color?
#265d9d reads as a cool blue because its hue leans strongly toward blue, while its muted saturation adds a slightly gray cast that keeps the shade dependable, serious, and controlled rather than bright or energetic.
Is #265d9d readable on white or black?
#265d9d has a 6.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.13:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.