#3994E7 Hex Color
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Reach for #3994e7 when a call to action needs to pop. This bright blue reads cool and confident, saturated enough to feel bold without tipping into neon. It works best as an accent, since a full background can overwhelm. Black text reads clearly at about 6.6:1 contrast, enough for AA body copy. Pair it with charcoal or warm coral. The hex code #3994e7 suits tech and finance branding.
Questions about #3994e7
What is #3994e7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3994e7 is rgb(57, 148, 231), in HSL hsl(209, 78%, 56%) and in CMYK 75%, 36%, 0%, 9%.
What colors pair well with #3994e7?
Soft charcoal, deep navy, and warm coral all flatter #3994e7, balancing its cool saturation with quieter or warmer neighbors. Let it act as the accent in a 60/30/10 palette rather than the dominant shade.
Can I use white text on #3994e7?
White text on #3994e7 reaches about 3.2:1 contrast, which passes WCAG AA only for large text like headings or buttons. For small body copy, black text is the safer choice at roughly 6.6:1.
Is #3994e7 readable on white or black?
#3994e7 has a 3.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.56:1 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.