#71B8CD Hex Color
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This muted cyan carries a dusty, ashy character that softens its cool intensity. Because it holds significant saturation, #71b8cd pairs well with charcoal greys rather than stark whites, which can make it appear washed out. It functions effectively as a primary brand color for tech or healthcare projects where readability matters. The hex code for this shade is #71b8cd, which maintains excellent contrast against black text.
Questions about #71b8cd
What is #71b8cd in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #71b8cd is rgb(113, 184, 205), in HSL hsl(194, 48%, 62%) and in CMYK 45%, 10%, 0%, 20%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What color combinations work best with #71b8cd?
#71b8cd shines when paired with charcoal or deep slate greys rather than pure white, which can make this shade appear washed out. Use it alongside deep, neutral tones to ground the cool, ashy nature of this specific cyan.
Is #71b8cd appropriate for professional tech branding?
Yes, #71b8cd is a strong choice for tech or healthcare projects because it maintains excellent contrast against black text while feeling approachable. Its dusty quality provides a modern, readable alternative to brighter, more intense blues often found in user interfaces.
Is #71b8cd readable on white or black?
#71b8cd has a 2.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.43:1 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.