#2E51BA Hex Color
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Reach for #2e51ba when a call to action needs authority. This strong blue is saturated and dark, with a cool, slightly purple undertone that reads serious rather than playful. It holds up as a dominant base in finance or tech branding, and white text clears WCAG AA at about 7.0:1 contrast. Pair it with warm neutrals or muted tones from mixing gray to soften its intensity.
Questions about #2e51ba
What is #2e51ba in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2e51ba is rgb(46, 81, 186), in HSL hsl(225, 60%, 45%) and in CMYK 75%, 56%, 0%, 27%.
What colors pair well with #2e51ba?
Warm accents like terracotta and soft gold balance its cool, purple-leaning depth, while pale sand and muted grays keep supporting palettes calm. Avoid pairing it with mid-tone purples, which can make it look muddy.
Is #2e51ba readable on white or black?
#2e51ba has a 6.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.00:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.