#296989 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, muted blue carries a serious, professional weight that feels both secure and grounded. Because of its cool, dim character, #296989 functions best as a dominant base for corporate tech or law enforcement interfaces. It holds enough contrast to support white body text, ensuring readability. Pair it with soft, warm greys rather than pure white to avoid a harsh, clinical look.
Questions about #296989
What is #296989 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #296989 is rgb(41, 105, 137), in HSL hsl(200, 54%, 35%) and in CMYK 70%, 23%, 0%, 46%.
What colors pair best with #296989 for a professional interface?
Pair #296989 with warm grey or soft neutrals to maintain a professional look without appearing clinically cold. Avoid pure white text directly on top of this blue, as it can create unnecessary visual strain for users.
Is #296989 readable on white or black?
#296989 has a 6.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.47:1 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.