#548693 Hex Color
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Reach for #548693 when a design needs a background that stays out of the way. This muted sky blue carries gray and cyan undertones, giving it a dusty, matte feel instead of a bright one. The hex code #548693 works best as a supporting tone or large UI surface, since it can turn muddy next to pure white. Black text on it clears WCAG AA at about 5.2:1 contrast, so small body copy stays readable.
Questions about #548693
What is #548693 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #548693 is rgb(84, 134, 147), in HSL hsl(192, 27%, 45%) and in CMYK 43%, 9%, 0%, 42%.
What colors pair well with #548693?
Warm earth tones like terracotta and soft coral give this cool, ashy blue some life, while charcoal keeps the palette subdued. Avoid pale grays, which make it look washed out.
Is #548693 a cool color?
Yes. Its cyan-leaning hue and gray undertone give it a cool, slightly bleak character. The heavy desaturation is what makes it feel calm and understated rather than fresh or energizing.
Is #548693 readable on white or black?
#548693 has a 4.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.20:1 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.