#507089 Hex Color
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#507089 is a dark, muted blue with ashy gray undertones and a matte, slightly inky character. Its low saturation gives interfaces a controlled, dependable feel suited to finance, security, healthcare, and government branding. Use it as a supporting tone or dark UI background, pairing it with warm ivory or muted rust. White text reaches about 5.2:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text. The hex code is #507089.
Questions about #507089
What is #507089 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #507089 is rgb(80, 112, 137), in HSL hsl(206, 26%, 43%) and in CMYK 42%, 18%, 0%, 46%.
What colors pair well with #507089?
#507089 pairs well with warm ivory, muted rust, and soft tan because these warmer accents balance its cool, ashy blue character. Use ivory for clean contrast, while rust or tan adds a restrained focal point.
Does #507089 read as a warm or cool color?
#507089 reads as a cool, muted blue because its gray undertones soften the hue without adding warmth, giving the shade a controlled, slightly inky character rather than a bright or icy appearance.
Where does #507089 work best in a palette?
#507089 works well as a supporting color for dark interfaces, navigation, cards, and professional branding, where its muted blue tone provides structure without the intensity of brighter or more saturated blues.
Is #507089 readable on white or black?
#507089 has a 5.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.01:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.