#1087A3 Hex Color
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This unsaturated cyan sits comfortably between cool blue and green. The hex code #1087a3 offers enough contrast to support black text, making it a functional choice for accessible UI components or button accents. It feels clean and technical, working best as an accent color rather than a large background. Pair this shade with soft grays to maintain a professional, balanced design palette.
Questions about #1087a3
What is #1087a3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1087a3 is rgb(16, 135, 163), in HSL hsl(191, 82%, 35%) and in CMYK 90%, 17%, 0%, 36%.
How should I use #1087a3 in professional UI design?
#1087a3 serves as an effective accent color for buttons, active states, or data visualization elements due to its high readability against white backgrounds. Pair it with neutral charcoal or soft slate grays to maintain a clean, modern aesthetic without overwhelming the viewer.
Does #1087a3 lean more blue or green?
This color sits distinctly in the cyan spectrum, offering a balanced middle ground that avoids being overly cool or warm. Its technical appearance makes it a versatile bridge between traditional blue branding and modern, vibrant green digital interfaces.
Is #1087a3 readable on white or black?
#1087a3 has a 4.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.01:1 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.