#556ABE
Blue
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About #556ABE Blue
#556ABE is a blue color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 85 red, 106 green, and 190 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 228°, saturation of 45%, and lightness of 54%.
This color has a medium lightness value, making it a balanced tone ideal for both text and UI elements. With moderate saturation, it appears balanced and versatile.
CSS Code
Use #556ABE in your CSS, SCSS, or Tailwind projects.
Color Properties
228°
Hue
45%
Saturation
54%
Lightness
Blue
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #556ABE based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #556ABE against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#556ABE on White
Contrast Ratio5.01:1
AA ✓AA Large ✓AAA ✗
Aa#556ABE on Black
Contrast Ratio4.19:1
AA ✗AA Large ✓AAA ✗
Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #556ABE across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #556ABE |
| RGB | rgb(85, 106, 190) |
| HSL | hsl(228, 45%, 54%) |
| RGB Decimal | 85, 106, 190 |
| RGB Percent | 33.3%, 41.6%, 74.5% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 55%, 44%, 0%, 25% |
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