#2A3239 Hex Color
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This dark, dusty slate sits between grey and blue, carrying a heavy and serious weight. As a base tone, #2a3239 works well for moody interfaces or tech-focused branding that requires a sense of reliable authority. Because it is so muted, white text provides the best readability against this hex code. Use it sparingly, as its density can easily overwhelm lighter palettes.
Questions about #2a3239
What is #2a3239 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2a3239 is rgb(42, 50, 57), in HSL hsl(208, 15%, 19%) and in CMYK 26%, 12%, 0%, 78%.
What color combinations work best with #2a3239?
Is #2a3239 readable on white or black?
#2a3239 has a 13.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.61:1 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.