#425FB5 Hex Color
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A saturated, cool blue, #425fb5 offers a crisp and steady presence. It works well as a primary brand color for technology or finance interfaces because it feels reliable and organized. Pair this hex code with a soft peach or warm cream to break up its intensity. Since it has strong contrast against white text, it functions effectively for readable UI buttons and informative dashboard elements.
Questions about #425fb5
What is #425fb5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #425fb5 is rgb(66, 95, 181), in HSL hsl(225, 47%, 48%) and in CMYK 64%, 48%, 0%, 29%.
What colors pair well with #425fb5 for design projects?
#425fb5 works best when paired with high-contrast neutrals like crisp white or light gray to maintain legibility in UI elements. For a more sophisticated palette, use a soft peach or warm cream to offset its cool, intense character.
Is #425fb5 readable on white or black?
#425fb5 has a 5.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.53:1 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.