#73AEB8 Hex Color
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A dusty, unsaturated cyan with strong gray undertones, #73aeb8 offers a cool, muted presence. It works best as a supporting color in a palette, bringing balance without overpowering more vivid hues. Since it maintains excellent contrast with black text, use it for UI backgrounds or secondary branding elements. The hex code for this ashy blue is #73aeb8.
Questions about #73aeb8
What is #73aeb8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #73aeb8 is rgb(115, 174, 184), in HSL hsl(189, 33%, 59%) and in CMYK 38%, 5%, 0%, 28%.
What color schemes work best with #73aeb8?
This color pairs effectively with warm neutrals and soft, sandy tones to counteract its inherent coolness. Using #73aeb8 alongside terracotta or muted browns creates a balanced, earthy palette that feels grounded rather than clinical, perfect for design systems seeking a natural, understated aesthetic.
Is #73aeb8 readable on white or black?
#73aeb8 has a 2.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.47:1 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.