#3689C9 Hex Color
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This cool, muted blue functions best as a professional base color for finance, tech, or security interfaces. Because it lacks extreme saturation, #3689c9 provides a stable, serious backdrop that remains readable when paired with standard black text. If you find the hue too direct, consider mixing gray into your palette to soften the impact. The hex code is #3689c9.
Questions about #3689c9
What is #3689c9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3689c9 is rgb(54, 137, 201), in HSL hsl(206, 58%, 50%) and in CMYK 73%, 32%, 0%, 21%.
What design aesthetic works best with #3689c9?
#3689c9 thrives in corporate or tech environments where clarity and trust are paramount. Because of its balanced saturation, it pairs exceptionally well with stark charcoal or soft white backgrounds, providing a polished look that remains professional without appearing too energetic or distracting.
Is #3689c9 readable on white or black?
#3689c9 has a 3.76:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.57:1 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.