#51719C Hex Color
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This dusty blue sits in a mid-tone range, offering an ashy, desaturated quality that feels grounded and professional. Because #51719c provides enough contrast for readable text, it functions effectively as a stable, reliable background for financial or government UI designs. Pair it with soft creams or warm grays to avoid a cold, sterile appearance. The hex code for this shade is #51719c.
Questions about #51719c
What is #51719c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #51719c is rgb(81, 113, 156), in HSL hsl(214, 32%, 46%) and in CMYK 48%, 28%, 0%, 39%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
How can I balance the cool temperature of #51719c in a design layout?
Since #51719c is a desaturated dusty blue, it often feels sterile on its own. Pair it with soft creams or warm grays to introduce contrast and soften the overall aesthetic for a more approachable, balanced interface.
Is #51719c suitable for text-heavy UI applications?
#51719c functions well as a stable, reliable background color because it provides sufficient contrast for readable text. It maintains a professional, serious mood, making it an excellent choice for corporate financial portals or government design systems.
Is #51719c readable on white or black?
#51719c has a 5.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.19:1 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.