#5F739F Hex Color
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The hex code #5f739f is a muted, cool blue with dusty, ashy undertones and medium-dark lightness. It gives finance, healthcare, government, and technology interfaces a controlled, dependable feel. Use it as a supporting tone with warm ivory or muted burgundy. White text achieves about 4.7:1 contrast, making this blue suitable for accessible body text.
Questions about #5f739f
What is #5f739f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5f739f is rgb(95, 115, 159), in HSL hsl(221, 25%, 50%) and in CMYK 40%, 28%, 0%, 38%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #5f739f?
#5f739f pairs well with warm ivory, soft beige, and muted burgundy because those warmer tones balance its cool, dusty blue character while preserving a calm, restrained palette for interfaces, editorial layouts, and other designs.
Does #5f739f read as warm or cool?
#5f739f reads as a cool blue because its muted, ashy undertones soften the saturation without adding yellow or red warmth, giving the shade a dependable, composed character rather than a bright, playful, or energetic one.
Is #5f739f readable on white or black?
#5f739f has a 4.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.43:1 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.