#87BEB0 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated teal carries a muted, cool character that feels sophisticated rather than sterile. The hex code #87beb0 provides excellent contrast against black text, making it a strong choice for UI backgrounds or readable UI components. While it can appear washed out against pure white, this shade shines when paired with charcoal grays or deep plums for a balanced, modern look.
Questions about #87beb0
What is #87beb0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #87beb0 is rgb(135, 190, 176), in HSL hsl(165, 30%, 64%) and in CMYK 29%, 0%, 7%, 25%.
What design elements work best with #87beb0?
#87beb0 serves as a sophisticated background for UI components because it offers strong contrast against standard black text. It looks particularly modern and balanced when paired with dark charcoal grays or deep, rich plums for accent areas.
How would you describe the mood of #87beb0?
This color conveys a professional, calm, and grounded mood, avoiding the sterility of brighter teals. Its unsaturated, dusty quality makes it a reliable choice for professional design work that requires a softer, more mature aesthetic.
Is #87beb0 readable on white or black?
#87beb0 has a 2.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.02:1 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.