#5E62A9 Hex Color
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This dusty indigo is a cool, muted tone with a matte finish. Because of its desaturated quality, #5e62a9 works well as a grounding background rather than a vibrant accent. It pairs effectively with warm, sandy beiges for a sophisticated balance. The hex code is #5e62a9, and it provides enough contrast for white text, making it a functional choice for readable UI designs.
Questions about #5e62a9
What is #5e62a9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5e62a9 is rgb(94, 98, 169), in HSL hsl(237, 30%, 52%) and in CMYK 44%, 42%, 0%, 34%.
What colors pair effectively with #5e62a9 for UI design?
Is #5e62a9 a suitable choice for text on white backgrounds?
#5e62a9 does not meet standard WCAG accessibility requirements for white backgrounds due to insufficient contrast ratios. It is much better suited as a primary background color or an accent element paired with white or light gray text for readability.
Is #5e62a9 readable on white or black?
#5e62a9 has a 5.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.79:1 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.