#59CDD6 Hex Color
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#59cdd6 is a sparkling cyan with a crisp, cool lightness that feels fresh and energetic. Because it offers strong contrast against black text, it functions well as a readable UI background or a punchy accent color. Avoid using it as a primary base if you want a sophisticated look, as it can overwhelm subtle designs. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal or muted coral.
Questions about #59cdd6
What is #59cdd6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #59cdd6 is rgb(89, 205, 214), in HSL hsl(184, 60%, 59%) and in CMYK 58%, 4%, 0%, 16%.
What colors pair best with #59cdd6 for modern UI design?
Is #59cdd6 suitable for primary interface elements like buttons?
Yes, #59cdd6 works exceptionally well as a punchy accent for call-to-action buttons due to its high visibility. Just ensure that the background or surrounding text provides enough contrast, as its brightness can easily overwhelm subtle or light-colored UI elements.
Is #59cdd6 readable on white or black?
#59cdd6 has a 1.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.12:1 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.