#3C5FBC Hex Color
A bold blue with cool intensity
#3c5fbc is a saturated, medium-dark blue with cool violet undertones and a bright, controlled intensity. The hex code #3c5fbc brings energy and focus to calls to action, interface accents, finance, technology, and healthcare branding. Use it as a strong supporting tone or accent, since its vividness can dominate large backgrounds. White text reaches about 5.9:1 contrast here.
Questions about #3c5fbc
What is #3c5fbc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3c5fbc is rgb(60, 95, 188), in HSL hsl(224, 52%, 49%) and in CMYK 68%, 49%, 0%, 26%.
What colors pair well with #3c5fbc?
For a balanced palette, pair #3c5fbc with warm off-white surfaces and a small burgundy accent, using the blue as the dominant color and warmer tones to soften its cool, saturated appearance.
Is #3c5fbc readable on white or black?
#3c5fbc has a 5.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.55:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.