cornflowerblue

#72ABD5

Cool

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB114, 171, 213
CMYK46, 20, 0, 16
HSL205°, 54%, 64%
LAB67, -11, -28
Closest Library Match
blue-40091% Match

Readability

2.47On WhiteFAIL
8.50On BlackPASS AA

For optimal readability, use Black text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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vibrant
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rich
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About #72ABD5

The hexadecimal color code #72ABD5 is a light, moderate shade of Cyan (known as cornflowerblue). In the RGB color model, #72ABD5 is comprised of 114 red, 171 green, and 213 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 205 degrees, a saturation of 54%, and a lightness of 64%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 508 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create moderate Cyan atmospheres. Designers searching for Cyan color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #72ABD5.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind