#0088FF Hex Color
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Too Blue to Be True is a high-octane, electric cyan that demands immediate attention. This saturated shade works best as a 10 percent accent color for calls to action or UI highlights where you need to draw the eye. Because of its intense brightness, it can overwhelm large backgrounds. Use black text for optimal readability, as the hex code #0088ff provides sufficient contrast for standard body copy.
Questions about Too Blue to Be True
What is the hex code for Too Blue to Be True?
Too Blue to Be True is #0088ff. In RGB that is rgb(0, 136, 255), in HSL hsl(208, 100%, 50%) and in CMYK 100%, 47%, 0%, 0%.
How should I use #0088ff in my UI design?
Use #0088ff sparingly as a high-impact accent color for calls to action or interactive elements, rather than as a background color. Its saturation can be overwhelming, so keep it to roughly 10 percent of your total screen surface for the best results.
Is Too Blue to Be True readable on white or black?
Too Blue to Be True has a 3.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.96:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.