#1C8DC6 Hex Color
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This cool, medium-toned blue sits in a professional middle ground, making it a natural choice for finance and security branding. It avoids neon brightness, opting for a steady, grounded appearance. The hex code is #1c8dc6. Because black text maintains a high 5.7:1 contrast ratio against this background, it performs well for UI elements where readability is priority. Pair it with soft cream tones to learn what colors make gray balance.
Questions about #1c8dc6
What is #1c8dc6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c8dc6 is rgb(28, 141, 198), in HSL hsl(200, 75%, 44%) and in CMYK 86%, 29%, 0%, 22%.
What makes #1c8dc6 a strong choice for interface design?
#1c8dc6 offers a high contrast ratio against black text, reaching 5.7:1, which is crucial for accessibility in professional UI. Its grounded, non-neon appearance ensures users stay focused without the visual fatigue often caused by brighter, saturated blues.
Which colors pair best with #1c8dc6?
Is #1c8dc6 readable on white or black?
#1c8dc6 has a 3.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.67:1 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.