#9BEBF2 Hex Color
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High-key and airy, this pastel cyan offers a refreshing, cool presence. It provides excellent contrast for black text, so #9bebf2 serves as a functional choice for clean UI backgrounds. Avoid using it near stark white to prevent a washed-out effect. For the best result, pair this hex code with deep charcoal or slate to ground the design and add necessary weight.
Questions about #9bebf2
What is #9bebf2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9bebf2 is rgb(155, 235, 242), in HSL hsl(185, 77%, 78%) and in CMYK 36%, 3%, 0%, 5%.
What colors pair well with #9bebf2 for a balanced palette?
This refreshing pastel cyan benefits from being grounded by darker, weightier colors to prevent a washed-out appearance. Complement #9bebf2 with navy or deep, desaturated blues to create a cohesive, modern look that feels both airy and structurally sound.
Is #9bebf2 readable on white or black?
#9bebf2 has a 1.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.55:1 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.