#055A89 Hex Color
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#055a89 is a deep, muted blue that carries a serious and reliable tone. Its unsaturated character makes it an excellent choice for corporate UI, tech interfaces, or security-focused branding. Because this hex code has strong contrast against white, it remains legible even as small body text. Pair it with a crisp off-white or light gray to keep designs grounded and professional.
Questions about #055a89
What is #055a89 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #055a89 is rgb(5, 90, 137), in HSL hsl(201, 93%, 28%) and in CMYK 96%, 34%, 0%, 46%.
What colors pair best with #055a89?
Pair #055a89 with soft cream or light slate gray to maintain a grounded, professional aesthetic. These neutral tones complement the muted, serious character of the blue without overpowering its natural depth and focus.
Is #055a89 readable on white or black?
#055a89 has a 7.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.83:1 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.