#87ACBE Hex Color
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Pastel and ashy, #87acbe is a very unsaturated blue with a soft gray undertone. The hex code feels peaceful, dependable, and gentle without becoming sugary. It works well as a supporting tone for healthcare, finance, technology, or spring layouts, though white can wash it out. Black text reads clearly on this color for accessible body copy.
Questions about #87acbe
What is #87acbe in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #87acbe is rgb(135, 172, 190), in HSL hsl(200, 30%, 64%) and in CMYK 29%, 9%, 0%, 25%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #87acbe?
#87acbe pairs well with charcoal text, warm cream surfaces, and restrained burgundy accents because these contrasts add structure without overpowering its muted blue base. Use it as a supporting color beside darker neutrals in interfaces, branding, or editorial layouts.
Is #87acbe readable on white or black?
#87acbe has a 2.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.67:1 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.