#449CDC Hex Color

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#449cdc is a balanced, medium-saturation blue with a distinct cool cast. It projects a professional, secure image often favored in corporate and financial interface design. Because black text maintains strong contrast against this hue, it works effectively for body copy or buttons. The hex code for this shade is #449cdc, a practical choice when you need a reliable primary color that feels established rather than trendy.

Questions about #449cdc

What is #449cdc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #449cdc is rgb(68, 156, 220), in HSL hsl(205, 68%, 56%) and in CMYK 69%, 29%, 0%, 14%.
What colors pair well with #449cdc?
Because #449cdc is a stable, mid-tone blue, it pairs well with charcoal for a serious, grounded look or light gray to maintain a clean, modern aesthetic. For a more vibrant palette, consider adding accent colors like coral or mustard.
Is #449cdc readable on white or black?
#449cdc has a 2.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.03:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.