#2C3330 Hex Color

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This dark, dusky tone sits between a heavy charcoal and a muted teal. Because it is so desaturated and grounded, #2c3330 functions best as a sophisticated base for minimal UI designs or dark mode backgrounds. White text creates a sharp 12.9:1 contrast against this shade, ensuring perfect readability. The hex code for this moody, serious neutral is #2c3330.

Questions about #2c3330

What is #2c3330 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2c3330 is rgb(44, 51, 48), in HSL hsl(154, 7%, 19%) and in CMYK 14%, 0%, 6%, 80%.
Which colors pair well with #2c3330 for a professional palette?
Because #2c3330 is a desaturated neutral with teal undertones, it works beautifully alongside soft cream or muted gold accents. These pairings soften the stark nature of the dark background while maintaining a refined, modern aesthetic.
Is #2c3330 readable on white or black?
#2c3330 has a 12.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.62:1 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.