Color swatch image showing #2A3449 with RGB(42,52,73) values
Color swatch image showing #2A3449 with RGB(42,52,73) values

#2A3449 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #2A3449 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#2A3449 Color Information

#2A3449 RGB value is (42, 52, 73). The hex color red value is 42, green is 52, and blue is 73. Its HSL format shows a hue of 221°, saturation of 27 percent, and lightness of 23 percent. The CMYK process values are 42 percent, 29 percent, 0 percent, 71 percent.

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#2A3449 Color Meaning

Color #2A3449 conveys depth, introspection, and quiet authority. Unlike brighter blues, #2A3449 dark navy hue draws from the abyssal zones of the ocean—where light fades and pressure mounts—reflecting resilience under unseen strain. Designers and psychologists note its ability to evoke calm restraint without sacrificing gravitas. Color #2A3449 works well in professional environments where focus and emotional composure matter more than cheerfulness. #2A3449 shade bridges maritime tradition and modern minimalism. Historically, naval uniforms and ship interiors used similar tones to project discipline and unity. Today, color #2A3449 appears in tech interfaces and executive branding to signal reliability without rigidity. Its low luminance reduces visual fatigue, making #2A3449 ideal for prolonged screen use. Unlike pure black, #2A3449 retains dimensionality while maintaining contrast. In symbolic frameworks, color #2A3449 represents hidden knowledge and emotional reserve. #2A3449 does not invite casual engagement; instead, #2A3449 suggests layers waiting beneath the surface. Viewers often associate #2A3449 with strategic thinking, patience, and controlled power. Because #2A3449 lacks the cold sterility of grays, #2A3449 retains a subtle warmth—enough to feel human, not mechanical.

Color Conversion

Convert #2A3449 across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#2A3449
RGB
rgb(42, 52, 73)
HSL
hsl(221°, 27%, 23%)
CMYK
cmyk(42%, 29%, 0%, 71%)
HSV
hsv(221°, 42%, 29%)
XYZ
3.3854 3.4293 6.7868
Yxy
3.4293 0.2489 0.2521
Hunter Lab
18.5184 0.0217 -0.1666
CIE-Lab
21.6870 2.0672 -14.3210

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red42 / 255 (16%)
16%
Green52 / 255 (20%)
20%
Blue73 / 255 (29%)
29%

CMYK Values

Cyan42 / 100 (42%)
42%
Magenta29 / 100 (29%)
29%
Yellow0 / 100 (0%)
Key (Black)71 / 100 (71%)
71%

Color Variations

#2A3449 harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#2A3449 harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #2A3449 for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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#2A3449

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

12.46:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

12.46:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

12.46:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #2A3449 appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

#2A3449

protanopia

#2e2e44

Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #2A3449;

Text Color

color: #2A3449;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #2A3449;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #2A344940;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #2A3449;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #2A3449 0%, #1c2230 100%);

#2A3449 Color FAQs

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