#2D66A0 Hex Color
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This muted blue reads as a reliable, cool-toned standard for corporate and security-focused designs. Because it sits at a mid-range brightness, it works well as a primary brand color or a dominant UI element. Avoid pairing it with other cool tones to prevent a sterile look; instead, offset the hex code #2d66a0 with warm, sandy neutrals to create a balanced, professional palette.
Questions about #2d66a0
What is #2d66a0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2d66a0 is rgb(45, 102, 160), in HSL hsl(210, 56%, 40%) and in CMYK 72%, 36%, 0%, 37%.
What colors pair best with #2d66a0?
Warm, sandy neutrals create the best balance for #2d66a0 because they counteract the inherent coolness of this muted blue. Avoid pairing it with other strong cool tones to keep your design from feeling too clinical or sterile for users.
Is #2d66a0 readable on white or black?
#2d66a0 has a 5.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.51:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.