COLOR
#557D93
≈ Whale Shark
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On white
Aa
4.43:1
AA · large text
On black
Aa
3.95:1
AA · large text
Best text on this color
Aa#FFFFFF(4.43:1)
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Normal vision#557D93
Protanopia#737C94
Deuteranopia#6A7593
Tritanopia#3D8384
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Whale Shark sits in the blue family. Pair it with warm accents — amber, coral or gold — to stop it feeling cold, or lean into its harmonies below for a ready-made scheme.
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Whale Shark — meaning & where to use it
Whale Shark is a rich, mid-toned blue — it reads as trustworthy, stable and professional. It's a natural fit for corporate, tech and financial brands, and dependable UI chrome. To keep it balanced, pair it with warm accents — amber, coral or gold — to stop it feeling cold.
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