#2E393F Hex Color
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The hex code #2e393f is a dark, dusty blue with a cool gray cast and low saturation. Its dim, almost charcoal appearance brings seriousness, control, and dependable depth to a design. Use it as a dominant dark-mode background or deep supporting tone; white text reaches about 11.8:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #2e393f
What is #2e393f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2e393f is rgb(46, 57, 63), in HSL hsl(201, 16%, 21%) and in CMYK 27%, 10%, 0%, 75%.
What colors pair well with #2e393f?
#2e393f pairs well with warm off-white, muted terracotta, and dusty sage because their lighter or earthy tones soften its cool, low-saturation base without losing the restrained mood. Use off-white for type and warmer accents for controls or small highlights.
Where does #2e393f work best in a design?
#2e393f works best as a dominant dark-mode background, navigation surface, or supporting brand tone where its low lightness creates structure and focus without the harshness of pure black. It gives brighter text and restrained accents a clear place to stand.
Is #2e393f readable on white or black?
#2e393f has a 11.84:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.77:1 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.