slateblue

#5040DD

Balanced

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB80, 64, 221
CMYK64, 71, 0, 13
HSL246°, 70%, 56%
LAB38, 43, -79
Closest Library Match
indigo-60098% Match

Readability

6.73On WhitePASS AA
3.11On BlackFAIL

For optimal readability, use White text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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vibrant
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rich
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About #5040DD

The hexadecimal color code #5040DD is a medium, vibrant shade of Blue (known as slateblue). In the RGB color model, #5040DD is comprised of 80 red, 64 green, and 221 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 246 degrees, a saturation of 70%, and a lightness of 56%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 479 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create vibrant Blue atmospheres. Designers searching for Blue color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #5040DD.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind