#90C7D5 Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated cyan offers an airy quality that works effectively for UI backgrounds. It provides high contrast against black text, maintaining strong readability without appearing aggressive. The shade pairs beautifully with warm, muted corals and earth tones, which is a useful contrast when mixing pink into your palette. The hex code for this color is #90c7d5.
Questions about #90c7d5
What is #90c7d5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #90c7d5 is rgb(144, 199, 213), in HSL hsl(192, 45%, 70%) and in CMYK 32%, 7%, 0%, 16%.
What colors pair best with #90c7d5 in a design palette?
#90c7d5 works exceptionally well when paired with warm, earthy neutrals like terracotta or soft peach tones. These warmer hues provide a necessary visual temperature balance to the cool, desaturated nature of the cyan, preventing the overall design from feeling too clinical or cold.
Is #90c7d5 suitable for text-heavy layouts?
Yes, #90c7d5 functions effectively as a background color for interfaces because it maintains strong contrast against dark text like charcoal. Its dusty quality reduces eye strain compared to more saturated versions, making it a professional choice for reading environments where comfort and long-term legibility are key priorities.
Is #90c7d5 readable on white or black?
#90c7d5 has a 1.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.31:1 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.