#426B8E Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated blue has a cool, stable presence. Because it feels reliable and professional, the hex code #426b8e is a standard choice for corporate identity and government UI. It reads well with white text, providing sufficient contrast for small body copy. Pair it with soft, warm grays to prevent the color from feeling too cold or severe in your layouts.
Questions about #426b8e
What is #426b8e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #426b8e is rgb(66, 107, 142), in HSL hsl(208, 37%, 41%) and in CMYK 54%, 25%, 0%, 44%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
How can I effectively pair #426b8e in a UI design?
Because #426b8e is a desaturated blue, it works best when grounded by neutral tones. Pair it with soft, warm grays to prevent the design from feeling too cold or clinical while maintaining a sophisticated, professional balance for corporate interfaces.
Is #426b8e readable on white or black?
#426b8e has a 5.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.72:1 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.