#293D51 Hex Color
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#293d51 is a dark, muted blue with gray undertones and low saturation, giving it a matte, dependable character. It suits security, finance, technology, and government interfaces as a supporting tone or dark-mode background. White text remains highly legible against it, while muted gold accents prevent larger layouts from feeling heavy. The hex code for this shade is #293d51.
Questions about #293d51
What is #293d51 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #293d51 is rgb(41, 61, 81), in HSL hsl(210, 33%, 24%) and in CMYK 49%, 25%, 0%, 68%.
What colors pair well with #293d51?
#293d51 pairs well with white, soft gray, and muted gold accents because these choices brighten its dark blue base while preserving its restrained character and provide clear contrast for interfaces, dashboards, buttons, and supporting visual details.
Is #293d51 warm or cool?
#293d51 reads as a cool, muted blue because its blue channel is stronger than its red and green values, while low saturation and gray undertones soften the chill. It creates a dependable, serious mood for dark-mode surfaces and professional interfaces.
Is #293d51 readable on white or black?
#293d51 has a 11.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.88:1 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.