#71B1E7 Hex Color

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#71b1e7 is a light, muted blue with cool undertones and a soft, airy finish. Its gentle saturation supports calm, trustworthy designs without demanding attention. Use it as a dominant background for healthcare, finance, security, or spring layouts, then add dark navy for structure. The hex code #71b1e7 also supports readable black body text.

Questions about #71b1e7

What is #71b1e7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #71b1e7 is rgb(113, 177, 231), in HSL hsl(207, 71%, 67%) and in CMYK 51%, 23%, 0%, 9%.
What colors pair well with #71b1e7?
#71b1e7 pairs well with navy for structure, white for an airy interface, and charcoal for softer contrast, while pale blue tints can create a calm monochromatic palette in backgrounds and cards.
Is #71b1e7 a warm or cool color?
#71b1e7 reads as a cool blue because its blue base and restrained saturation create a clear, airy impression rather than the warmth often associated with yellow or red undertones in color palettes.
Is #71b1e7 readable on white or black?
#71b1e7 has a 2.29:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.14:1 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.