#3090B5 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, mid-tone cyan feels refreshing and grounded rather than overly electric. It carries a professional, stable weight, making it a reliable choice for UI components or corporate branding that requires a sense of security. Because it maintains strong contrast against black text, #3090b5 serves as an excellent base for accessible, readable interface design. The hex code for this cool blue is #3090b5.
Questions about #3090b5
What is #3090b5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3090b5 is rgb(48, 144, 181), in HSL hsl(197, 58%, 45%) and in CMYK 73%, 20%, 0%, 29%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Why is #3090b5 suitable for UI and interface design?
This mid-tone cyan maintains high contrast against black text, ensuring excellent readability for digital interfaces. Its grounded, unsaturated nature avoids visual fatigue, making it a reliable, professional choice for navigation bars, call-to-action buttons, and corporate branding components.
What color schemes work best with #3090b5?
Complementary schemes involving warm tones like terracotta or soft coral create a vibrant, high-energy balance. If you prefer a more subtle, professional look, pair #3090b5 with neutral charcoal or soft white backgrounds to maintain a clean, modern aesthetic.
Is #3090b5 readable on white or black?
#3090b5 has a 3.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.78:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.