steelblue

#3A6498

Cool

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB58, 100, 152
CMYK62, 34, 0, 40
HSL213°, 45%, 41%
LAB41, -2, -33
Closest Library Match
slate-50089% Match

Readability

6.07On WhitePASS AA
3.45On BlackFAIL

For optimal readability, use White text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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vibrant
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rich
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About #3A6498

The hexadecimal color code #3A6498 is a medium, moderate shade of Blue (known as steelblue). In the RGB color model, #3A6498 is comprised of 58 red, 100 green, and 152 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 213 degrees, a saturation of 45%, and a lightness of 41%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 502 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create moderate Blue atmospheres. Designers searching for Blue color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #3A6498.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind