#59647C Hex Color
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Dusty and desaturated, #59647c functions best as a stabilizing background rather than a focal point. This muted blue carries a serious, professional weight that feels right for financial or security-based interfaces. Because it is quite dark, pair it with white text to maintain readable contrast. The hex code #59647c creates a composed, disciplined look when you need an alternative to standard, overused navy tones.
Questions about #59647c
What is #59647c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #59647c is rgb(89, 100, 124), in HSL hsl(221, 16%, 42%) and in CMYK 28%, 19%, 0%, 51%.
What design aesthetic does #59647c best support?
#59647c excels in creating a professional, restrained look that feels significantly more modern than standard navy. It works best as a stabilizing background color where you need to convey authority and trust without the starkness of pure black.
Is #59647c readable on white or black?
#59647c has a 5.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.53:1 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.