#568ADD Hex Color

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This mid-tone, unsaturated blue leans toward a cool, professional profile. It carries a sense of steady reliability, making it a natural fit for fintech or security branding. Because the hex code #568add maintains strong contrast, it works well for small body text set against white. Pair it with soft grays or off-whites to keep your interface clean and approachable without appearing washed out.

Questions about #568add

What is #568add in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #568add is rgb(86, 138, 221), in HSL hsl(217, 67%, 60%) and in CMYK 61%, 38%, 0%, 13%.
What design context works best for #568add?
#568add excels in professional environments like fintech, banking, or security software where trust and clarity are paramount. Because it sits in a mid-tone range, it remains legible against white backgrounds while providing more visual weight than lighter sky blues.
Does #568add pair well with other neutrals?
Yes, #568add creates a balanced, modern interface when paired with warm neutrals like cream or cool, crisp slate grays. Avoid pairing it with high-saturation neons, as they will compete with the blue's restrained and reliable character.
Is #568add readable on white or black?
#568add has a 3.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.07:1 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.