#5C8DA8 Hex Color
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Muted and cool, #5c8da8 is a dusty blue with gray undertones and a matte, ashy finish. Its low saturation gives interfaces a steady, trustworthy feel without demanding attention. Use it as a supporting tone for finance, healthcare, technology, or government designs, pairing it with charcoal and warm white. Black text remains readable, with about 5.8:1 contrast. The hex code is #5c8da8.
Questions about #5c8da8
What is #5c8da8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5c8da8 is rgb(92, 141, 168), in HSL hsl(201, 30%, 51%) and in CMYK 45%, 16%, 0%, 34%.
What colors pair well with #5c8da8?
#5c8da8 pairs well with warm white, charcoal, and muted terracotta, creating contrast while preserving its calm, dusty blue character in interfaces, branding, dashboards, and editorial layouts that need a steady visual tone. Use warm neutrals for restraint, or muted terracotta as a warmer accent.
Does #5c8da8 read as a warm or cool color?
#5c8da8 reads as a cool color because its blue hue is softened by gray rather than warmed with yellow or red, giving it a restrained, matte appearance instead of a bright, energetic look.
Is #5c8da8 readable on white or black?
#5c8da8 has a 3.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.83:1 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.