#515587 Hex Color
A serious dusty indigo with gray depths
This muted, dusty indigo reads as a serious, desaturated mid-tone with cool gray undertones. The hex code for this color is #515587. Because it sits between dark and mid-range, it functions best as a supporting background or secondary element rather than a primary focus. Pair it with crisp white or soft creams for readable UI, as it offers sufficient contrast while remaining comfortably grounded.
Questions about #515587
What is #515587 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #515587 is rgb(81, 85, 135), in HSL hsl(236, 25%, 42%) and in CMYK 40%, 37%, 0%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #515587 for web design?
#515587 works best when grounded by clean, high-contrast neutrals like crisp white or soft, buttery creams to maintain readability. For accent colors, it balances surprisingly well with warm terracotta or muted ochre tones.
Does #515587 read as a warm or cool color?
#515587 is fundamentally a cool-toned color, defined by its strong gray undertones that pull it away from the vibrancy of pure indigo. Because it is so desaturated, it avoids feeling icy and instead lands in a serious, professional space.
Is #515587 readable on white or black?
#515587 has a 7.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.99:1 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.