#77C1CE Hex Color
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This cool, dusty cyan sits on the lighter end of the spectrum with a desaturated finish. Because it lacks intensity, #77c1ce functions well as an airy background for UI projects. It maintains excellent readability with black text, as the contrast ratio is high. Use this hex code alongside dark charcoal grays to create a clean, balanced look in children’s products or modern tech interfaces.
Questions about #77c1ce
What is #77c1ce in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #77c1ce is rgb(119, 193, 206), in HSL hsl(189, 47%, 64%) and in CMYK 42%, 6%, 0%, 19%.
What colors pair best with #77c1ce in a design interface?
#77c1ce works exceptionally well when grounded by dark, neutral tones like charcoal or deep slate, which provide the necessary contrast for readability. Because it is desaturated and airy, it also sits comfortably next to soft whites or muted beiges for a clean, minimalist look.
Is #77c1ce readable on white or black?
#77c1ce has a 2.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.30:1 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.