#78CDF7 Hex Color
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Light and unsaturated, this pastel blue reads fresh without shouting. #78cdf7 works best as a background or supporting tone; next to plain white it can wash out, so ground it with navy or charcoal. Black text hits about 11.9:1 contrast on it, which makes the hex code a safe pick for UI surfaces, baby products, and spring themes.
Questions about #78cdf7
What is #78cdf7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #78cdf7 is rgb(120, 205, 247), in HSL hsl(200, 89%, 72%) and in CMYK 51%, 17%, 0%, 3%.
Can small text sit on #78cdf7?
Yes, as long as the text is black, which reaches about 11.9:1 contrast and clears WCAG AA for body copy. White text falls well short and should be avoided on this shade.
What colors pair well with #78cdf7?
Deep anchors like navy and charcoal keep this pastel from washing out, while soft coral adds warmth without clashing. It also suits a monochromatic ramp of lighter tints for airy, spring-like layouts.
Is #78cdf7 readable on white or black?
#78cdf7 has a 1.76:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.87:1 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.