#2B383D Hex Color
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#2b383d is a dark, muted cyan with strong gray undertones, giving it an ashy, smoky character. Its low lightness feels serious and mysterious while retaining a refreshing edge. Use this hex code as a dominant UI background or technology brand base; white text has about 12.1:1 contrast, making small body text highly readable.
Questions about #2b383d
What is #2b383d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2b383d is rgb(43, 56, 61), in HSL hsl(197, 17%, 20%) and in CMYK 30%, 8%, 0%, 76%.
What colors pair well with #2b383d?
#2b383d pairs well with warm neutrals, muted greens, and restrained metallic tones because they soften its cool gray base while preserving the depth that makes it effective in dark interfaces. Try terracotta, sage, cream, or white for contrast.
Is #2b383d warm or cool?
#2b383d reads as a cool color because its cyan base is subdued by strong gray undertones, creating a smoky, ashy appearance rather than a warm, earthy one. Its low lightness adds a serious, mysterious mood, while the cyan keeps it from feeling flat.
Where can I use #2b383d?
Use #2b383d as a dominant background, navigation color, or technology-focused brand base when you want a dark surface with more character than plain charcoal. Pair it with lighter text and accents to maintain hierarchy and avoid a heavy overall layout.
Is #2b383d readable on white or black?
#2b383d has a 12.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.73:1 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.