#2E5777 Hex Color
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Muted and cool, #2e5777 is a dark blue with gray, dusty undertones. Its low saturation creates a serious, controlled mood that suits finance, security, technology, and government work. Use it as a dominant background or supporting tone; white text reaches about 7.6:1 contrast. The hex code for this blue is #2e5777.
Questions about #2e5777
What is #2e5777 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2e5777 is rgb(46, 87, 119), in HSL hsl(206, 44%, 32%) and in CMYK 61%, 27%, 0%, 53%.
Does #2e5777 work with white text?
#2e5777 works well with white text, reaching about a 7.6:1 contrast ratio, which exceeds the 4.5:1 WCAG AA threshold for normal body text and supports readable labels, controls, and interface copy. It suits dark panels and interface backgrounds.
What colors pair well with #2e5777?
Does #2e5777 read as warm or cool?
#2e5777 reads as a cool blue because its dark, low-saturation surface carries a gray cast rather than yellow or red warmth, giving it a reserved, serious mood that can feel slightly gloomy beside bright neutrals. Its restraint suits formal visual systems.
Is #2e5777 readable on white or black?
#2e5777 has a 7.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.74:1 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.