#2C5282 Hex Color
A serious and controlled deep blue
This muted, unsaturated blue feels serious and controlled. Because of its dark, moody profile, #2c5282 works effectively as a dominant background or primary branding color in technology and security interfaces. Pair it with soft cream or warm metallics to balance its inherent coolness. White text provides excellent 8.0:1 contrast against this hex code, ensuring high readability for both body copy and headers.
Questions about #2c5282
What is #2c5282 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2c5282 is rgb(44, 82, 130), in HSL hsl(213, 49%, 34%) and in CMYK 66%, 37%, 0%, 49%.
What design aesthetic does #2c5282 typically support?
#2c5282 conveys a sense of stability, authority, and technological security. Its muted, unsaturated nature makes it a perfect background or primary branding color for enterprise software, legal services, or fintech applications that require a serious, trustworthy aesthetic.
Which accent colors work best with #2c5282?
Because of its inherent coolness and dark profile, #2c5282 pairs exceptionally well with warm, neutral tones. Using a cream or soft beige helps balance the rigidity, while warm metallics like brushed gold add a sophisticated, modern contrast.
Is #2c5282 readable on white or black?
#2c5282 has a 7.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.63:1 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.