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#24262E

Brightness
38.4
HSL (°,%,%)
228°, 12%, 16%
HSV V %
18%
Lab
15.3, 1.2, -5.6
PNG size
5.2 KB
Tone / Feel
very dark, muted cool hue
Black text 1.39:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
White text 15.09:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)

Recommended text: White (15.09:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #24262E

Common Name: Dark Slate Blue

RGB: (36, 38, 46)

HSL: (210°, 16%, 15%)

Contrast:

  • White: ΔE=35.0 - Passes AA
  • Black: ΔE=5.7 - Passes AA

Mood Blurb: A deep, mysterious, and sophisticated hue that evokes professionalism and authority. Often associated with elegance, it provides a calm and grounded presence, ideal for designs seeking understated richness and high contrast without being overwhelming. Perfect for corporate, creative, or tech-oriented visuals. Increasingly popular in the digital and design spaces, it offers timeless versatility for both contemporary and classic aesthetics.

Close Named Matches:

  • RAL 5004 - Black Blue: #3B3F45, ΔE=11.39
  • Pantone 433 C - Night Sky: #1B232A, ΔE=3.39
  • BS 2660-9098 - Blue Grey: #333E45, ΔE=10.95
  • Jotun Paint - Black: #403E3B, ΔE=13.50

Why Designers Use It:

This color is often used in design for its professional, stable, and serious tone. It pairs well with both lighter and darker shades, providing excellent contrast, making it suitable for corporate branding, tech products, and even high-end luxury items. It is a preferred choice in the design of digital interfaces and user experience (UX) where subtlety and elegance are paramount. Its deep, muted tone brings out sophistication without the harshness of pure black. Popular in industries such as technology, finance, and premium retail, this shade embodies trust, strength, and durability. Furthermore, its minimalistic yet modern feel contributes to its increasing trend across contemporary design. Many brands use this color in their visual language, including design firms, luxury products, and automotive industries.

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