#5B79A1 Hex Color
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A muted, cool blue with ashy gray undertones, #5b79a1 has a matte, slightly dusty finish. Its restrained saturation suggests trust, control, and reliability without demanding attention. Use the hex code #5b79a1 as a supporting tone in finance, healthcare, security, or technology interfaces. Black text reads clearly on it, with about a 4.7:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #5b79a1
What is #5b79a1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5b79a1 is rgb(91, 121, 161), in HSL hsl(214, 28%, 49%) and in CMYK 43%, 25%, 0%, 37%.
What colors pair well with #5b79a1?
#5b79a1 pairs well with white, charcoal, soft gray, and warm neutrals such as sand or beige; muted copper or terracotta can add restrained warmth without overpowering its dusty blue base.
Does #5b79a1 read as a warm or cool color?
#5b79a1 reads as a cool blue because its blue base is softened by ashy gray undertones rather than yellow or red warmth; its muted saturation gives it a calm, controlled feel instead of a bright or energetic one.
Is #5b79a1 readable on white or black?
#5b79a1 has a 4.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.69:1 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.