#15A2DB Hex Color
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#15a2db is a punchy, mid-tone cyan that projects a sense of professional reliability. It functions best as an accent color for interface elements or branding, where its high visibility cuts through dense information. Pair this hex code with dark grays or charcoals to ground its energy. Because black text offers excellent contrast against this shade, it works well for buttons or clear call-to-action indicators.
Questions about #15a2db
What is #15a2db in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #15a2db is rgb(21, 162, 219), in HSL hsl(197, 83%, 47%) and in CMYK 90%, 26%, 0%, 14%.
What are the best colors to pair with #15a2db?
This cyan works best when paired with deep, neutral tones like charcoal or slate gray to ground its high-energy appearance. These darker grays create a sophisticated balance, allowing the bright blue to pop without overwhelming the rest of your design.
Is #15a2db readable on white or black?
#15a2db has a 2.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.22:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.