slateblue

#5551CD

Balanced

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB85, 81, 205
CMYK59, 60, 0, 20
HSL242°, 55%, 56%
LAB41, 30, -65
Closest Library Match
indigo-60094% Match

Readability

6.09On WhitePASS AA
3.44On 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 #5551CD

The hexadecimal color code #5551CD is a medium, moderate shade of Blue (known as slateblue). In the RGB color model, #5551CD is comprised of 85 red, 81 green, and 205 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 242 degrees, a saturation of 55%, and a lightness of 56%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 482 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create moderate 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 #5551CD.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind