#5D6F7F
- RGB
- 93, 111, 127
- Brightness
- 108.0
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 208°, 15%, 43%
- HSV V %
- 50%
- Lab
- 45.9, -2.8, -11.1
- CMYK (%)
- 27%, 13%, 0%, 50%
- PNG size
- 5.5 KB
- Tone / Feel
- dark, muted cool hue
Recommended text: White (5.19:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #5D6F7F
Common Name: Distance
RGB: 93, 111, 127
HSL: H: 210°, S: 11%, L: 44%
Contrast Ratio: 5.7:1 (Passes AA against white, Passes AA against black)
Mood: This color exudes a cool, calming atmosphere. It's commonly used for professional, corporate, and minimalist aesthetics, imparting a sense of reliability and sophistication. It is seen as neutral yet subtly refined.
Close Matches:
- Sherwin-Williams: Distance (#5D6F7F) - Exact match
- British Standard BS 381C:1996 - Pru Blue (#5F7682)
- Dulux Heritage: DH Indigo (#5F708A)
- Behr: Windsor Haze (#5B7181)
- Munsell: 10B 4/2 (#566670)
Why Designers Use It
This shade of blue-grey is a versatile and understated color often favored in corporate environments, modern interiors, and design projects requiring a sense of calm professionalism. It can be linked to the design of tech products, office spaces, and branding for industries that value clarity, precision, and balance. The color's neutrality allows it to blend seamlessly with both warm and cool tones, making it a popular choice for web design and corporate identity schemes.
Notably, this shade is seen in materials like high-end fabrics and automotive finishes, where it signifies durability and elegance. It's also a common choice in the design of safety products and is increasingly popular in digital interfaces for its clean and minimal aesthetic. Designers often gravitate towards this color for its ability to evoke professionalism without overwhelming the viewer.