#2C3D65 Hex Color
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#2c3d65 is a muted, desaturated navy with dusty, ashy undertones. This matte shade works best as a moody background, offering a stable, professional base for dark mode interfaces. Because white text creates excellent 10.7:1 contrast against it, you can use it for small body text without readability issues. The hex code is #2c3d65, which feels more grounded and approachable than a standard, vivid primary blue.
Questions about #2c3d65
What is #2c3d65 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2c3d65 is rgb(44, 61, 101), in HSL hsl(222, 39%, 28%) and in CMYK 56%, 40%, 0%, 60%.
Is #2c3d65 a suitable choice for body text on websites?
Yes, #2c3d65 offers excellent accessibility when used against a stark white background. With a contrast ratio of over 10:1, it functions as a highly readable, softer alternative to pure black text for long-form content or user interfaces.
What colors pair well with the navy tones of #2c3d65?
Is #2c3d65 readable on white or black?
#2c3d65 has a 10.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.96:1 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.