#3B5C69 Hex Color
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#3b5c69 is a dusty, unsaturated cyan with a dim, moody character. Because it sits at a darker value, white text provides excellent readability against this shade. It functions well as a reliable base or background color in professional UI designs. Avoid using it alongside other muddy tones, as it looks sharpest when paired with crisp, clean neutrals or bright warm accents. The hex code for this color is #3b5c69.
Questions about #3b5c69
What is #3b5c69 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3b5c69 is rgb(59, 92, 105), in HSL hsl(197, 28%, 32%) and in CMYK 44%, 12%, 0%, 59%.
Does #3b5c69 lean warm or cool?
#3b5c69 is definitively cool, rooted in blue-cyan tones that evoke water or slate. It lacks the yellow undertones that would give it warmth, making it ideal for clean, professional palettes that require a calm, reserved aesthetic.
What colors pair well with #3b5c69?
Use #3b5c69 alongside crisp white or light, warm neutrals to prevent the design from feeling too heavy. Because it is a muted, darker shade, pairing it with high-contrast, bright warm accents creates a balanced and visually engaging interface.
Is #3b5c69 readable on white or black?
#3b5c69 has a 7.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.92:1 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.