#3593D1 Hex Color

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A steady, unsaturated blue, #3593d1 projects reliability and control. It works effectively as a base for professional tech or finance interfaces, providing enough contrast to keep black body text legible. Since this color sits in a mid-tone range, it functions best as a solid brand primary rather than a subtle accent. The hex code for this cool shade is #3593d1.

Questions about #3593d1

What is #3593d1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3593d1 is rgb(53, 147, 209), in HSL hsl(204, 63%, 51%) and in CMYK 75%, 30%, 0%, 18%.
What colors pair well with #3593d1 for UI design?
#3593d1 works best when anchored by neutral tones like charcoal or soft off-whites to maintain its professional character. For a more vibrant interface, pairing it with a high-contrast orange can create a dynamic, balanced look that feels purposeful rather than chaotic.
Is #3593d1 readable on white or black?
#3593d1 has a 3.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.24:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.