#3D5A80 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty blue carries a matte quality that feels controlled and professional. It serves as a reliable background for technology or finance interfaces where authority matters. White text offers a sharp 7.1:1 contrast, ensuring readability in UI applications. Use this shade as a foundational element rather than a small accent. The hex code for this cool tone is #3d5a80.
Questions about #3d5a80
What is #3d5a80 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3d5a80 is rgb(61, 90, 128), in HSL hsl(214, 35%, 37%) and in CMYK 52%, 30%, 0%, 50%.
What design aesthetic does #3d5a80 support?
#3d5a80 conveys a sense of stability and professional control, making it ideal for corporate, finance, or technology interfaces. Because it is a muted, dusty blue, it avoids being overly aggressive, allowing it to function as a reliable, grounded foundation for complex dashboards or data-heavy applications.
Is #3d5a80 readable on white or black?
#3d5a80 has a 7.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.97:1 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.