#2E4057 Hex Color
A serious, ink-toned blue with professional weight
This desaturated, ink-toned blue is grounded and serious. Because of its muted, matte finish, #2e4057 functions as a professional alternative to black for UI backgrounds or corporate branding. It holds excellent contrast for white text, making it a reliable choice for technical or legal interfaces. Pair this hex code with soft ochre or muted gold accents to brighten its otherwise gloomy, restrained character.
Questions about #2e4057
What is #2e4057 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2e4057 is rgb(46, 64, 87), in HSL hsl(214, 31%, 26%) and in CMYK 47%, 26%, 0%, 66%.
What colors pair well with #2e4057 in a professional interface?
This ink-toned blue works best when paired with soft, warm accents like ochre or muted gold to balance its coolness. Because the color is so desaturated and serious, these warmer tones prevent the overall design from feeling overly cold or gloomy.
Is #2e4057 readable on white or black?
#2e4057 has a 10.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.98:1 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.