#2D9CB8 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, cool cyan feels refreshing and clear. Because it sits right in the middle of the spectrum, #2d9cb8 works best as a primary accent color for UI elements rather than large blocks. It pairs well with slate grays and muted oranges to ground the brightness. The hex code #2d9cb8 provides enough contrast for readable black text, making it a reliable choice for accessible design interfaces.
Questions about #2d9cb8
What is #2d9cb8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2d9cb8 is rgb(45, 156, 184), in HSL hsl(192, 61%, 45%) and in CMYK 76%, 15%, 0%, 28%.
What colors pair best with #2d9cb8?
#2d9cb8 works harmoniously when paired with charcoal or deep slate grays to ground its inherent brightness. For a more vibrant scheme, try balancing this cool cyan against muted oranges or warm terracottas to provide a complementary pop of energy.
Is #2d9cb8 readable on white or black?
#2d9cb8 has a 3.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.55:1 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.