#054F77 Hex Color
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#054f77 is a dark, muted blue with cool teal undertones and low saturation. Its shadowed character suggests seriousness, security, and dependable authority, making it suitable for finance, technology, government, or nautical branding. Use the hex code #054f77 as a dominant background with white text, which achieves about 8.8:1 contrast for clear body copy.
Questions about #054f77
What is #054f77 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #054f77 is rgb(5, 79, 119), in HSL hsl(201, 92%, 24%) and in CMYK 96%, 34%, 0%, 53%.
Is #054f77 a warm or cool color?
#054f77 reads as a cool, dark blue because its subdued teal undertones shift it away from warmer violet and red-leaning hues, creating a calm, structured impression suited to interfaces, reports, and brand systems.
What colors pair well with #054f77?
#054f77 pairs well with white, pale blue, and warm neutral tones, which balance its cool depth and create clear visual hierarchy without overwhelming the design; a muted orange accent adds complementary energy.
Is #054f77 readable on white or black?
#054f77 has a 8.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.39:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.