#8CBCE5 Hex Color
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This cool, unsaturated blue feels airy and gentle. Because it communicates reliability and peace, designers often select this shade for tech interfaces and healthcare brands needing a soft, trustworthy aesthetic. The hex code for this ashy pastel blue is #8cbce5. It provides a steady, grounded background for modern digital projects that require a sense of control and calm.
Questions about #8cbce5
What is #8cbce5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8cbce5 is rgb(140, 188, 229), in HSL hsl(208, 63%, 72%) and in CMYK 39%, 18%, 0%, 10%.
Is #8cbce5 readable on white or black?
#8cbce5 has a 2.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.43:1 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.