#57799D Hex Color
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A cool, dusty blue with a muted matte finish, #57799d feels grounded and professional. Because of its low saturation, it serves as a reliable background choice for finance or tech UI without overwhelming the eye. It pairs well with crisp charcoal grays, though it can look muddy next to vibrant, warm tones. The hex code for this ashy blue is #57799d.
Questions about #57799d
What is #57799d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #57799d is rgb(87, 121, 157), in HSL hsl(211, 29%, 48%) and in CMYK 45%, 23%, 0%, 38%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Does #57799d work well for website backgrounds?
#57799d functions as a stable, professional background choice because its muted saturation prevents it from causing eye fatigue. Pair it with high-contrast text like white or very light gray to ensure readability remains high.
What colors complement #57799d?
This dusty blue pairs best with charcoal or deep slate grays, which anchor the color without creating visual friction. Avoid placing it near vibrant, warm tones like bright orange or red, as these can make the blue appear muddy.
Is #57799d readable on white or black?
#57799d has a 4.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.62:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.