#429DC7 Hex Color
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With a cool, unsaturated mid-tone, #429dc7 projects a sense of reliable authority. It functions effectively as a base color in finance or law enforcement UI designs where readability is paramount. Because it holds strong contrast against black text, it works well for technical interfaces. Pair this hex code with a sharp charcoal or soft cream to balance its cool, airy character.
Questions about #429dc7
What is #429dc7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #429dc7 is rgb(66, 157, 199), in HSL hsl(199, 54%, 52%) and in CMYK 67%, 21%, 0%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #429dc7 for UI design?
#429dc7 works best when balanced against neutral foundations to maintain its professional character. Pair it with charcoal for high-contrast text or a soft cream to add warmth without overwhelming the cool blue tone.
Is #429dc7 readable on white or black?
#429dc7 has a 3.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.87:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.