#3E5E80 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty blue feels serious and controlled. Because it is highly unsaturated, it provides a stable, professional backdrop for technology or finance interfaces. It performs best as a supporting tone, as it can appear flat in large, empty spaces. Pair #3e5e80 with crisp white text to maintain a 6.7:1 contrast ratio for readability. This hex code offers a reliable, understated foundation for corporate design.
Questions about #3e5e80
What is #3e5e80 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3e5e80 is rgb(62, 94, 128), in HSL hsl(211, 35%, 37%) and in CMYK 52%, 27%, 0%, 50%.
Which design contexts suit the mood of #3e5e80?
This color excels in professional and financial environments where trust and stability are the primary goals. It functions best as a supporting foundation rather than a primary highlight, as its unsaturated nature can appear visually flat in large areas.
Is #3e5e80 readable on white or black?
#3e5e80 has a 6.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.11:1 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.