#80CAC8 Hex Color
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#80cac8 is a dusty, unsaturated cyan that reads as cool and approachable. Because of its muted character, this color works effectively as a gentle UI background or a soft accent in branding. It pairs well with charcoal greys for a balanced look. The hex code is #80cac8, and its contrast levels easily accommodate black text for clear, readable designs.
Questions about #80cac8
What is #80cac8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #80cac8 is rgb(128, 202, 200), in HSL hsl(178, 41%, 65%) and in CMYK 37%, 0%, 1%, 21%.
What colors pair well with #80cac8?
#80cac8 pairs beautifully with deep charcoal or dark navy for a balanced, high-contrast look that keeps text readable. Because it is unsaturated, it also works well alongside warm neutrals like cream or soft beige to add depth.
Is #80cac8 suitable for UI background designs?
#80cac8 is an excellent choice for UI backgrounds because its muted, dusty quality prevents it from overpowering other elements on the screen. Its contrast levels make it a stable, gentle surface for displaying dark text without causing eye strain.
Is #80cac8 readable on white or black?
#80cac8 has a 1.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.20:1 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.