BLUES
Bistro Blue
#53588A
Bistro Blue pulls into the balanced end of the blues spectrum — HSL 235°, 25%, 43%. Its balanced saturation keeps it present without overwhelming; it reads cool — closer to shadow and depth. In interior projects it shines on wall colors, upholstery, trim, decor accents, particularly within bathrooms, kitchens, kids rooms. Reads best alongside soft whites, blonde wood, brushed nickel, natural linen.
Color Codes
Paint Matches
Benjamin Moore
Bistro Blue 1421
Color Theory
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
Tetradic
Variations
Lighter
Darker
Saturation
Interior Use
Best Rooms
bathrooms, kitchens, kids rooms
Best Uses
wall colors, upholstery, trim, decor accents
Pairs With
soft whites, blonde wood, brushed nickel, natural linen
Accessibility (WCAG)
Deuteranopia
Protanopia
Tritanopia
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BUILD PALETTE WITH THIS COLOR →Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #53588A?
#53588A is Bistro Blue, a mid blue with a cool undertone.
Is #53588A warm or cool?
Bistro Blue reads cool, which influences how it interacts with surrounding tones and natural light.
What rooms work best with Bistro Blue?
Bistro Blue works well in bathrooms, kitchens, kids rooms. Designers typically use it for wall colors, upholstery, trim, decor accents.
What colors pair well with Bistro Blue?
Bistro Blue pairs naturally with soft whites, blonde wood, brushed nickel, natural linen. Its complementary color is also a strong contrast option for accents.
Where can I download Bistro Blue?
You can download Bistro Blue on dsgn.house in 15 designer formats including CSS gradient, Figma, Procreate swatches, Tailwind config, Adobe ASE, SVG, and 4K wallpapers — all free.
What's the RGB value of #53588A?
#53588A converts to RGB 83, 88, 138.