#88ACB0 Hex Color
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#88acb0 is a muted, ashy cyan with a dusty, desaturated quality. It offers high contrast for black text, making it a functional choice for readable UI backgrounds or tech branding. This hex code works best as a supporting tone, providing a grounded alternative to brighter blues. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate to build a balanced, modern palette.
Questions about #88acb0
What is #88acb0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #88acb0 is rgb(136, 172, 176), in HSL hsl(186, 20%, 61%) and in CMYK 23%, 2%, 0%, 31%.
What colors pair best with #88acb0 for a modern look?
This ashy cyan shines when placed alongside neutral, darker tones like charcoal or navy to ground the design. For a softer, monochromatic approach, pair it with varying shades of steel blue to maintain a cohesive, professional aesthetic.
Is #88acb0 readable on white or black?
#88acb0 has a 2.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.57:1 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.