#68C8FF Hex Color
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This bright, airy blue sits in the pastel range, offering a clean and sparkling aesthetic. Its high lightness makes it an excellent choice for UI backgrounds where readability matters, as black text provides high contrast against this shade. The hex code for this color is #68c8ff. Because it leans cool and energetic, it pairs well with soft charcoal grays rather than stark white, which can wash it out.
Questions about #68c8ff
What is #68c8ff in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #68c8ff is rgb(104, 200, 255), in HSL hsl(202, 100%, 70%) and in CMYK 59%, 22%, 0%, 0%.
What colors pair best with #68c8ff?
This specific bright blue performs best when balanced against darker, muted neutrals like charcoal or deep slate, which prevents the shade from looking washed out. Avoid pairing it with stark white, as the lack of contrast can make the overall design feel thin and unanchored.
Is #68c8ff readable on white or black?
#68c8ff has a 1.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.29:1 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.