#2D89B5 Hex Color
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This muted, mid-tone blue carries a grounded, professional weight, making it a staple for corporate branding and financial interfaces. Its unsaturated character prevents it from overwhelming a layout, which allows it to function well as a primary base. Because black text maintains sufficient contrast on this hue, #2d89b5 is a safe, readable choice for UI elements. Pair it with warm greys to soften its cool temperature.
Questions about #2d89b5
What is #2d89b5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2d89b5 is rgb(45, 137, 181), in HSL hsl(199, 60%, 44%) and in CMYK 75%, 24%, 0%, 29%.
What colors pair best with the muted blue of #2d89b5?
You can soften the cool temperature of #2d89b5 by pairing it with warm neutrals like warm gray or soft beige. For a balanced, corporate-focused palette, try combining it with slate or crisp white to maintain a clean aesthetic.
Is #2d89b5 readable on white or black?
#2d89b5 has a 3.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.35:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.