#2C4181 Hex Color
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#2c4181 is a dark, muted blue with cool violet undertones and a matte, dependable feel. Its low lightness creates a serious, controlled mood suited to finance, technology, government, and formal branding. Use it as a dominant background or strong supporting tone; white text reaches about 9.6:1 contrast. The hex code is #2c4181.
Questions about #2c4181
What is #2c4181 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2c4181 is rgb(44, 65, 129), in HSL hsl(225, 49%, 34%) and in CMYK 66%, 50%, 0%, 49%.
What colors pair well with #2c4181?
#2c4181 pairs well with white, soft gray, burgundy, and restrained brass accents because its muted blue depth supports both neutral contrast and warm counterpoints. Use burgundy or brass sparingly, while pale neutrals keep the palette clear rather than heavy.
Does #2c4181 read as a warm or cool color?
#2c4181 reads as a cool color because its blue base and slight violet cast sit on the colder side of the palette, while its low lightness and muted saturation make it feel restrained rather than bright or icy.
Is #2c4181 readable on white or black?
#2c4181 has a 9.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.18:1 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.