#295CAD Hex Color
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#295cad is a cool, saturated blue that carries a distinct weight. Its darker tone suggests reliability and professionalism, making it a strong choice for finance or technology dashboards. Because it provides excellent contrast with white, it works well as a background for clean, readable body text. If you want to soften this shade, consider mixing gray into your palette to balance the intensity.
Questions about #295cad
What is #295cad in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #295cad is rgb(41, 92, 173), in HSL hsl(217, 62%, 42%) and in CMYK 76%, 47%, 0%, 32%.
What colors pair well with #295cad for a professional palette?
#295cad pairs effectively with neutral grays or a clean off-white to maintain its professional character without overwhelming the viewer. For a more dynamic interface, accenting with a muted orange provides a balanced, complementary contrast that remains accessible.
Is #295cad readable on white or black?
#295cad has a 6.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.22:1 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.