#305C69 Hex Color
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This dim, dusty blue acts as a muted alternative to standard cyan. Its low saturation creates a serious, professional mood, making it effective for modern dark-mode interfaces or corporate branding. Pair #305c69 with crisp white text to utilize its high 7.3:1 contrast ratio. Because this hex code is quite dark, use it as a solid background or a grounding anchor in your palette.
Questions about #305c69
What is #305c69 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #305c69 is rgb(48, 92, 105), in HSL hsl(194, 37%, 30%) and in CMYK 54%, 12%, 0%, 59%.
What design styles work best with #305c69?
This dim, dusty blue excels in minimalist and professional design contexts where a muted, serious tone is required for readability. It pairs exceptionally well with high-contrast text or soft metallic accents to create a clean, modern aesthetic without overwhelming the viewer.
Is #305c69 readable on white or black?
#305c69 has a 7.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.86:1 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.