#2E3A4B Hex Color
Smoky slate for steady focus
#2e3a4b is a dark, muted blue-gray with slate undertones and a matte, almost smoky finish. Its low saturation creates a serious, dependable mood suited to finance, technology, government, and security branding. Use the hex code #2e3a4b as a dominant interface background or supporting tone; white text reaches about 11.5:1 contrast for clear body copy.
Questions about #2e3a4b
What is #2e3a4b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2e3a4b is rgb(46, 58, 75), in HSL hsl(215, 24%, 24%) and in CMYK 39%, 23%, 0%, 71%.
What colors pair well with #2e3a4b?
#2e3a4b pairs well with sage, muted blue, and warm neutrals such as cream or sand because lighter, softer accents balance its cool slate base and keep interfaces clear and composed. White or pale gray also provide clean contrast.
Does #2e3a4b feel warm or cool?
#2e3a4b reads as a cool color because its blue-gray base and slate undertones outweigh its muted saturation, while the subdued finish keeps it restrained rather than icy for serious interfaces and calm, dependable visual systems.
Is #2e3a4b readable on white or black?
#2e3a4b has a 11.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.82:1 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.