#28BFC5 Hex Color
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This cool, crisp cyan strikes a balance between saturation and softness. Because #28bfc5 remains highly legible with black text, it works well for UI elements that require WCAG AA accessibility standards. Use it as an accent to add a playful, modern pop against darker charcoal grays, rather than a full background, where it can feel overwhelming. The hex code for this cyan is #28bfc5.
Questions about #28bfc5
What is #28bfc5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #28bfc5 is rgb(40, 191, 197), in HSL hsl(182, 66%, 46%) and in CMYK 80%, 3%, 0%, 23%.
What colors pair well with #28bfc5?
This shade works best when paired with deep charcoal or dark navy for a sophisticated, modern look that lets the cyan pop. It also provides a refreshing, vibrant contrast when used sparingly alongside neutral light grays or off-white surfaces.
Is #28bfc5 readable on white or black?
#28bfc5 has a 2.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.34:1 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.