#5790B2 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
#5790b2 is a dusty, ashy blue with low saturation and a mid lightness that keeps it grounded. It reads dependable rather than loud, which suits finance, healthcare, and government branding. Treat it as a supporting tone or accent, since it can look washed out next to pure white. Black text passes WCAG AA on this hex code at about 6.0:1.
Questions about #5790b2
What is #5790b2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5790b2 is rgb(87, 144, 178), in HSL hsl(202, 37%, 52%) and in CMYK 51%, 19%, 0%, 30%.
What colors pair well with #5790b2?
Warm, earthy tones suit #5790b2 better than crisp whites. Pair it with terracotta or muted sage for contrast, or set it against soft cream so its ashy undertone stays visible instead of turning flat.
Is #5790b2 readable on white or black?
#5790b2 has a 3.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.03:1 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.