#68ADB3 Hex Color
A calm dusty cyan with restrained coolness
This dusty cyan offers a cool, unsaturated aesthetic that feels approachable and restrained. With its muted tones, #68adb3 functions well as a supporting background color, providing a soft contrast without overwhelming the eye. It pairs effectively with crisp charcoal grays to maintain readability, as black text creates excellent clarity. Use it sparingly in modern UI designs to avoid a washed-out appearance on large screen areas.
Questions about #68adb3
What is #68adb3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #68adb3 is rgb(104, 173, 179), in HSL hsl(185, 33%, 55%) and in CMYK 42%, 3%, 0%, 30%.
How can I best use #68adb3 in modern user interface design?
#68adb3 performs best as a supporting background element where its muted, unsaturated quality helps organize content without distracting the eye. Always pair it with high-contrast text like charcoal or dark navy to ensure the interface remains legible.
What makes #68adb3 feel approachable compared to brighter cyans?
The unsaturated, dusty nature of #68adb3 removes the aggressive vibrancy typical of standard cyan, resulting in a more restrained and professional mood. This low-chroma finish makes it feel soft and established rather than playful or electric.
Is #68adb3 readable on white or black?
#68adb3 has a 2.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.21:1 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.