#575C8C Hex Color
A serious and grounded dusty indigo
This muted, dusty indigo reads as serious and grounded. Because of its cool, unsaturated nature, #575c8c works well for UI backgrounds that require a sense of order without being too dark. It provides strong legibility for white text, offering a 6.3:1 contrast ratio that meets accessibility standards. Pair this hex code with soft ochre or muted cream to balance its cool, gloomy character.
Questions about #575c8c
What is #575c8c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #575c8c is rgb(87, 92, 140), in HSL hsl(234, 23%, 45%) and in CMYK 38%, 34%, 0%, 45%.
What colors work best when paired with #575c8c?
To balance the cool, gloomy character of #575c8c, try pairing it with soft ochre or muted cream. These warmer tones create a sophisticated, grounded aesthetic that prevents the indigo from feeling too cold or detached.
Is #575c8c readable on white or black?
#575c8c has a 6.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.31:1 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.