#86ABD8 Hex Color
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#86abd8 is a pastel blue with a cool, ashy gray undertone and low saturation. This hex code feels gentle, dependable, and calm without becoming icy. It suits healthcare, finance, technology, and spring designs, especially as a supporting tone or spacious interface background. Black text reads clearly on it, meeting WCAG AA contrast for body text.
Questions about #86abd8
What is #86abd8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #86abd8 is rgb(134, 171, 216), in HSL hsl(213, 51%, 69%) and in CMYK 38%, 21%, 0%, 15%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #86abd8?
#86abd8 pairs well with navy for stronger contrast, warm cream for softness, and muted terracotta for a grounded accent. Its gray undertone helps these combinations feel balanced rather than overly bright. Use the blue as a base and reserve warmer tones for highlights.
Is #86abd8 readable on white or black?
#86abd8 has a 2.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.83:1 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.