#5787B4 Hex Color
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#5787b4 is a dusty, unsaturated blue that feels professional and understated. Because it is muted, this shade works as a reliable background in corporate UI like finance or healthcare interfaces. It provides a stable base for black text, comfortably exceeding WCAG AA accessibility standards. The hex code for this cool tone is #5787b4. It pairs best with dark grays rather than white to avoid appearing washed out.
Questions about #5787b4
What is #5787b4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5787b4 is rgb(87, 135, 180), in HSL hsl(209, 38%, 52%) and in CMYK 52%, 25%, 0%, 29%.
What colors pair well with #5787b4 in a professional layout?
Pair #5787b4 with dark charcoal or deep slate tones to maintain a sophisticated, grounded look. Avoid using pure white for text overlays, as the muted nature of this blue can make high-contrast whites appear slightly harsh or washed out.
Is #5787b4 readable on white or black?
#5787b4 has a 3.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.52:1 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.