#72B7E6 Hex Color
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This cool, unsaturated blue brings a fresh, airy quality to any interface. As a base tone, #72b7e6 feels reliable and approachable for healthcare or tech projects. It pairs well with charcoal grays for a grounded look. Because this hex code provides a 9.6:1 contrast ratio with black text, it is a smart, accessible choice for maintaining high readability in web backgrounds.
Questions about #72b7e6
What is #72b7e6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #72b7e6 is rgb(114, 183, 230), in HSL hsl(204, 70%, 67%) and in CMYK 50%, 20%, 0%, 10%.
Which colors pair effectively with #72b7e6?
To create a grounded look, pair #72b7e6 with deep charcoal or slate grays, which balance its lightness without overpowering it. If you need a more vibrant contrast, soft warm tones can provide a subtle, non-distracting pop against this cool blue.
Is #72b7e6 readable on white or black?
#72b7e6 has a 2.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.63:1 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.