#59B7D9 Hex Color
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This cool, unsaturated cyan reads as a refreshing and gentle tone, making it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds or branding that requires a light, airy feel. While it pairs well with crisp whites, it can sometimes feel washed out in large, solid blocks. The hex code for this color is #59b7d9. Black text provides excellent readability here, and understanding mixing gray can help you tone down this brightness if needed.
Questions about #59b7d9
What is #59b7d9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #59b7d9 is rgb(89, 183, 217), in HSL hsl(196, 63%, 60%) and in CMYK 59%, 16%, 0%, 15%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #59b7d9?
Warm, earthy tones like terracotta or soft peach create a balanced, high-contrast look that grounds the natural coolness of #59b7d9. Using these warm oranges helps this airy cyan feel more professional and prevents it from appearing washed out.
Is #59b7d9 readable on white or black?
#59b7d9 has a 2.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.20:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.