#8EFEFE Hex Color
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The hex code #8efefe produces a pale, luminous cyan with a cool, softened pastel quality. Its gentle brightness suggests peace, youth, freedom, and clear communication. Use it as a supporting tone for spring themes, baby products, technology, or spacious UI backgrounds. Black text reaches about 17.8:1 contrast here, while white can look washed out.
Questions about #8efefe
What is #8efefe in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8efefe is rgb(142, 254, 254), in HSL hsl(180, 98%, 78%) and in CMYK 44%, 0%, 0%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #8efefe?
#8efefe pairs well with navy, charcoal, and muted coral accents. Darker anchors add structure against its bright cyan surface, while a restrained warm accent brings energy without overwhelming its airy, youthful character.
Is #8efefe readable on white or black?
#8efefe has a 1.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.75:1 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.