Color #514B8F
Color Code #514B8F
A precise look at this Blue color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
BlueMid tone
Color preview#514B8F
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#514B8FRGB
rgb(81, 75, 143)HSL
hsl(245.29 31.19% 42.75%)HSV
hsv(245.29 47.55% 56.08%)CMYKApproximate
43.36%, 47.55%, 0%, 43.92%Contrast report
Readability against white and black text
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Usage suggestions
Where can this color work?
This mid tone Blue tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.
Use #514B8F for normal text only when the contrast ratio reaches at least 4.5:1. Large text may pass at 3:1.
Color harmony
Suggested palettes
Complementary palette
Analogous palette
Triadic palette
Monochrome scale
For designers and developers
CSS code example
.color-sample {
color: #514B8F;
background-color: #514B8F1A;
border-color: #514B8F;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #514B8F?
This color is RGB(81, 75, 143).
What is the HSL value of #514B8F?
Its value is HSL(245.29°, 31.19%, 42.75%).
Is #514B8F suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.