#2688C7 Hex Color
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A cool, muted blue, #2688c7 occupies the reliable space often found in finance and tech interfaces. Because black text maintains a 5.4:1 contrast ratio against this hue, the hex code is a practical choice for readable body copy. Use it as a base color when you need to project security without appearing too vivid. Pair it with charcoal grays for a clean, professional finish.
Questions about #2688c7
What is #2688c7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2688c7 is rgb(38, 136, 199), in HSL hsl(203, 68%, 46%) and in CMYK 81%, 32%, 0%, 22%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #2688c7?
Pair #2688c7 with charcoal or deep slate tones to create a clean, modern aesthetic suitable for professional dashboard design. These darker neutrals ground the blue, keeping the overall interface feeling stable, secure, and easy on the eyes.
Is #2688c7 readable on white or black?
#2688c7 has a 3.86:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.42:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.