#2B3B40 Hex Color
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#2b3b40 is a dark, muted cyan with blue-green and gray undertones. Its low saturation gives it a matte, smoky character that suggests seriousness, depth, and restraint. Use it as a dominant background in moody interfaces, aerospace branding, or technology layouts, with white text for strong readability. The hex code for this shade is #2b3b40.
Questions about #2b3b40
What is #2b3b40 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2b3b40 is rgb(43, 59, 64), in HSL hsl(194, 20%, 21%) and in CMYK 33%, 8%, 0%, 75%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Which colors pair well with #2b3b40?
#2b3b40 pairs well with white, pale blue, soft gray, and warm accents such as terracotta, creating contrast without overpowering its smoky blue-green base in restrained interfaces and technology layouts. Use warm accents sparingly for buttons, icons, or focal points.
Does #2b3b40 read as a warm or cool color?
#2b3b40 reads as a cool color because its blue-green hue and gray undertones outweigh any warmth, while its low saturation keeps the effect muted rather than bright or icy in most palettes.
Is #2b3b40 readable on white or black?
#2b3b40 has a 11.65:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.80:1 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.