#87DEE2 Hex Color
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This bright, cool cyan has a high-key, pastel quality that feels light and airy. Because it is highly unsaturated, it serves well as a refreshing background tone rather than a dominant brand color. The hex code for this shade is #87dee2. It offers excellent contrast for black text, making it a practical choice for clean, accessible web interfaces or children’s branding that needs a soft, friendly touch.
Questions about #87dee2
What is #87dee2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #87dee2 is rgb(135, 222, 226), in HSL hsl(183, 61%, 71%) and in CMYK 40%, 2%, 0%, 11%.
What colors pair best with #87dee2 for web design?
#87dee2 functions best when paired with high-contrast, dark neutral tones like charcoal or deep navy to ensure text remains readable. For a softer aesthetic, combine it with warm whites or light grays to maintain its airy, unsaturated quality.
Is #87dee2 readable on white or black?
#87dee2 has a 1.54:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.57:1 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.