#274756 Hex Color
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The hex code #274756 is a dark, muted blue with gray-green undertones and a dusty finish. Its serious, controlled character suits security, finance, technology, and government interfaces, especially as a dominant background. White text reaches about a 9.9:1 contrast ratio, making it suitable for readable body copy and strong UI contrast.
Questions about #274756
What is #274756 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #274756 is rgb(39, 71, 86), in HSL hsl(199, 38%, 25%) and in CMYK 55%, 17%, 0%, 66%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #274756?
#274756 pairs well with warm off-whites, sand, and restrained terracotta accents because these tones soften its cool, serious base while preserving the contrast and controlled mood that make the color effective in interfaces and editorial layouts.
Does #274756 read as warm or cool?
#274756 reads as a cool blue overall, though its muted gray-green undertones keep it from feeling icy and give it a dusty, grounded character suited to serious interfaces, navigation bars, and large background areas.
Is #274756 readable on white or black?
#274756 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.