#2E3940 Hex Color
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#2e3940 is a dark, muted blue with gray and ashy undertones, giving designs a serious, shaded mood. Its restrained saturation suits technology, finance, government, and security branding, especially as a dominant dark-mode background. The hex code #2e3940 supports white body text with about an 11.8:1 contrast ratio, while pale blue accents add definition.
Questions about #2e3940
What is #2e3940 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2e3940 is rgb(46, 57, 64), in HSL hsl(203, 16%, 22%) and in CMYK 28%, 11%, 0%, 75%.
What colors pair well with #2e3940?
#2e3940 pairs well with pale blue, soft white, and muted blue-gray accents, while a small terracotta accent adds warmth without overpowering its restrained, serious character in interfaces and brand palettes.
Does #2e3940 read as a warm or cool color?
#2e3940 reads as a cool color because its blue base is tempered by gray and ashy undertones; its low saturation keeps the effect subdued rather than bright, icy, or highly energetic.
Is #2e3940 readable on white or black?
#2e3940 has a 11.82:1 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.