#508891 Hex Color
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Reach for #508891 when a UI needs a cool mid-tone that won’t shout. This dusty cyan carries a gray undertone, so it reads muted rather than crisp, and works best as a supporting base behind dark text, which passes WCAG AA on it. Pair it with terracotta or soft coral for warmth. Large washes can go flat, so add brighter accents nearby.
Questions about #508891
What is #508891 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #508891 is rgb(80, 136, 145), in HSL hsl(188, 29%, 44%) and in CMYK 45%, 6%, 0%, 43%.
What colors pair well with #508891?
Warm accents like terracotta or soft coral balance its cool gray undertone. Cream and deep navy also work, while pure white can make it look washed out.
Is #508891 readable on white or black?
#508891 has a 3.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.27:1 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.