#2E353B Hex Color
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Muted and almost gray, #2e353b is a dark blue with dusty, ashy undertones and low saturation. Its serious, controlled character suits finance, technology, government, and security branding. Use the hex code #2e353b as a dominant UI background, paired with white text for about 12.4:1 contrast and clear body copy.
Questions about #2e353b
What is #2e353b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2e353b is rgb(46, 53, 59), in HSL hsl(208, 12%, 21%) and in CMYK 22%, 10%, 0%, 77%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #2e353b?
Pair #2e353b with white for crisp contrast, pale blue-gray for a restrained interface, or muted terracotta for controlled warmth; these combinations soften its ashy depth without making the palette feel bright.
Is #2e353b readable on white or black?
#2e353b has a 12.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.68:1 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.