#577D7E Hex Color
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#577d7e is a dusty, desaturated teal with a matte, ashy finish. Because it leans muted rather than vibrant, it serves best as a sophisticated supporting background or a secondary accent rather than a primary focus. Pair it with crisp white or charcoal for clean readability, as it supports black text with a 4.6:1 contrast ratio. The hex code for this muted cyan is #577d7e.
Questions about #577d7e
What is #577d7e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #577d7e is rgb(87, 125, 126), in HSL hsl(182, 18%, 42%) and in CMYK 31%, 1%, 0%, 51%.
What colors pair well with #577d7e in a design scheme?
This muted teal pairs best with neutral tones like charcoal or crisp white to maintain clean readability. For more warmth, it balances effectively against soft terracotta or warm beige accents, which prevent the cool blue-green from feeling too clinical.
Is #577d7e considered a warm or cool color?
#577d7e is distinctly cool-toned, leaning heavily into its cyan and blue roots. Because it is desaturated and ashy, it feels grounded rather than icy, making it a reliable choice for professional interfaces that require a calm, non-vibrant presence.
Is #577d7e readable on white or black?
#577d7e has a 4.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.63:1 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.