#2B87A2 Hex Color
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This unsaturated cyan brings a professional, reliable quality to digital interfaces. Because it offers a 5.1:1 contrast ratio against black text, #2b87a2 works well for readable body copy or primary UI buttons. It avoids the neon harshness of pure cyan, making it a stable base color for technology and aerospace branding. Pair it with soft warm grays to keep the composition from feeling too clinical.
Questions about #2b87a2
What is #2b87a2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2b87a2 is rgb(43, 135, 162), in HSL hsl(194, 58%, 40%) and in CMYK 73%, 17%, 0%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #2b87a2 for a balanced interface?
Pair #2b87a2 with soft, warm grays to prevent the design from feeling too clinical or cold. Introducing a charcoal for text or navigation provides a sophisticated, grounded look that enhances the stability of this specific shade of cyan.
Is #2b87a2 readable on white or black?
#2b87a2 has a 4.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.09:1 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.