#2C344F Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #2c344f is a dusty blue-indigo with gray undertones and a matte, inky feel. Its low saturation gives interfaces a serious, controlled mood suited to finance, security, and technology branding. Use the hex code #2c344f as a supporting dark tone or background; white text reads clearly at about a 12.3:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #2c344f
What is #2c344f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2c344f is rgb(44, 52, 79), in HSL hsl(226, 28%, 24%) and in CMYK 44%, 34%, 0%, 69%.
What colors pair well with #2c344f?
#2c344f pairs well with soft white, pale blue, muted gray, and warm beige accents, which bring out its dusty indigo character without overwhelming the dark base in dashboards, brand systems, and other focused interface layouts. Use lighter tints for backgrounds and stronger accents for key details.
Does #2c344f read as warm or cool?
#2c344f reads as a cool color because its blue-indigo base dominates, while its gray undertones soften the saturation and keep the shade from feeling bright or icy in most interface palettes. This creates a composed, serious mood suited to technology, finance, and security designs.
Is #2c344f readable on white or black?
#2c344f has a 12.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.71:1 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.