#1A85A2 Hex Color
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This cool, unsaturated cyan carries a refreshing and professional tone. Designers favor #1a85a2 for technology and communication branding because it balances feelings of trust with a stimulating, forward-thinking energy. You can use this hex code to create a sense of clear, open space in interface design or modern aerospace projects. It anchors designs while keeping the mood light and focused.
Questions about #1a85a2
What is #1a85a2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1a85a2 is rgb(26, 133, 162), in HSL hsl(193, 72%, 37%) and in CMYK 84%, 18%, 0%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #1a85a2?
This cool cyan pairs naturally with soft neutrals like light grays or warm off-whites to balance its intensity. For a high-contrast palette, try pairing it with deep charcoal or warm, muted orange accents to create a complementary dynamic.
Is #1a85a2 readable on white or black?
#1a85a2 has a 4.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.92:1 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.