#73DDD6 Hex Color
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#73ddd6 is a bright, high-chroma cyan that leans towards mint. Its lightness makes it an ideal accent color for UI elements or branding, as it pops against darker neutrals. Because this shade is so saturated, use it sparingly in large areas to avoid overwhelming the viewer. Black text provides excellent readability against this background, though you might consider what colors make gray to create softer, balanced pairings.
Questions about #73ddd6
What is #73ddd6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #73ddd6 is rgb(115, 221, 214), in HSL hsl(176, 61%, 66%) and in CMYK 48%, 0%, 3%, 13%.
What colors pair well with #73ddd6?
#73ddd6 works best when balanced against deep, grounding neutrals like charcoal or dark navy to ensure the high-chroma cyan remains readable. For a more vibrant palette, consider adding coral or warm salmon tones to create a lively, tropical contrast.
Is #73ddd6 readable on white or black?
#73ddd6 has a 1.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.04:1 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.