#2D3B47 Hex Color
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#2d3b47 is a somber, dusty blue that leans heavily into grey. Its low saturation makes it a practical choice for dark mode UI backgrounds or secondary containers where black feels too harsh. This shade offers excellent accessibility with white text, providing an 11.5:1 contrast ratio. It pairs well with crisp, warm metallics like copper or gold to offset its cool, inky character.
Questions about #2d3b47
What is #2d3b47 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2d3b47 is rgb(45, 59, 71), in HSL hsl(208, 22%, 23%) and in CMYK 37%, 17%, 0%, 72%.
Why is #2d3b47 a good choice for UI backgrounds?
This color offers a balanced, low-saturation alternative to pure black, preventing eye strain in dark mode interfaces. Its high contrast ratio with white text makes it an accessible, readable choice for text-heavy layouts and primary UI containers.
What colors pair well with #2d3b47?
Is #2d3b47 readable on white or black?
#2d3b47 has a 11.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.82:1 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.