#326C81 color code insights

All the conversions, harmonies, and accessibility checks you need to design with confidence.

RGB:rgb(50, 108, 129)

HSL:hsl(196, 44%, 35%)

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HEX

#326C81

RGB

50, 108, 129

HSL

196°, 44%, 35%

HSV

196°, 61%, 51%

CMYK

61%, 16%, 0%, 49%

Color Conversion

Generate values across multiple color models in one place.

HEX

#326C81

≈ Steel Blue

Tints & shades

Explore how #326C81 behaves when you mix it with white or black. These swatches are perfect for hover states, shadows, and backgrounds.

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Shades

0–100%

0%#326C81

10%#2D6174

20%#285667

30%#234B5A

40%#1E414D

50%#193640

60%#142B33

70%#0F2027

80%#0A161A

90%#050B0D

100%#000000

Tints

0–100%

0%#326C81

10%#3B8098

20%#4594B0

30%#58A3BE

40%#70B0C7

50%#88BDD1

60%#A0CADA

70%#B7D7E3

80%#CFE5EC

90%#E7F2F6

100%#FFFFFF

Color harmonies

Build balanced palettes instantly with harmonies generated from #326C81.

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Complementary

Opposite hues that create impact and bold contrast.

Analogous

Neighboring hues for natural, fluid gradients.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues for playful balance.

Tetradic

Two complementary pairs that deliver rich variety.

Monochromatic

Lighter and darker siblings inside the same hue family.

Accessibility contrast

Check how readable #326C81 is with common text colors so every visitor enjoys a clear experience.

Use AA as the baseline for body copy and AAA for premium accessibility.

Sample text on black text

Text color#000000

Background#326C81

Contrast ratio3.60:1

WCAG levelFail

Sample text on white text

Text color#FFFFFF

Background#326C81

Contrast ratio5.84:1

WCAG levelAA

Recommended text preview

Text color#FFFFFF

Background#326C81

Contrast ratio5.84:1

WCAG levelAA

Technical Formats

Unlock pro color spaces like XYZ, LAB, CMYK variants, and export-ready profiles.

Practical Formats

Get print simulations, LED mappings, and developer-ready byte orders.

Color Analysis

Dive into spectral data, dominance reports, and advanced analytics.

Blindness Simulator

Preview how #326C81 appears across common color-vision deficiencies.

Creative Aspects

Explore seasonal associations, emotional cues, and natural occurrences.

Design guidance

Balance

Treat #326C81 as a highlight. Pair it with neutrals and one supporting hue to avoid visual overload.

Contrast

Test combinations with real content. Higher contrast improves scanning, readability, and conversions.

Harmony

Use lighter tints for surfaces, the base color for primaries, and darker shades for hover or pressed states.

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