#2A58A6 Hex Color
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This muted, serious blue carries a cool and shadowy quality. Designers often use hex code #2a58a6 for corporate UI, finance dashboards, or legal branding where stability matters. Because it provides a solid 6.9:1 contrast ratio against white text, it functions effectively as a readable background. It feels restrained and reliable, serving better as a base color than a flashy, attention-grabbing accent.
Questions about #2a58a6
What is #2a58a6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2a58a6 is rgb(42, 88, 166), in HSL hsl(218, 60%, 41%) and in CMYK 75%, 47%, 0%, 35%.
Is #2a58a6 suitable for text on a white background?
Yes, #2a58a6 provides a solid 6.9:1 contrast ratio against white, making it an excellent, accessible choice for UI text or readable backgrounds. Its depth ensures readability while maintaining a professional, restrained aesthetic across digital dashboards.
What colors pair best with the serious tone of #2a58a6?
Because #2a58a6 feels inherently restrained, it pairs best with neutral tones like light gray or soft white for a clean, corporate look. To add minimal warmth without disrupting the professional mood, try pairing it with muted cream.
Is #2a58a6 readable on white or black?
#2a58a6 has a 6.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.04:1 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.