#00C2F3
- RGB
- 0, 194, 243
- Brightness
- 169.8
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 192°, 100%, 48%
- HSV V %
- 95%
- Lab
- 72.9, -23.3, -38.4
- CMYK (%)
- 100%, 20%, 0%, 5%
- PNG size
- 6.0 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, intense cool hue
Black text
10.01:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
2.10:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (10.01:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #00C2F3
Common Name: Pantone CMYK Color Guide
RGB: 0, 194, 243
HSL: 191°, 100%, 48%
Contrast vs White: 2.6, AA pass
Contrast vs Black: 9.4, AA pass
Mood Blurb: This shade of blue, with its fresh, vibrant tone, is often used in designs that call for a cool, calm, and refreshing atmosphere. It's a perfect choice for digital projects, modern branding, and creative work aiming for clarity and sophistication. Due to its brightness, it stands out without overwhelming, creating a dynamic yet balanced impact.
Close Matches:
- Pantone CMYK Color Guide: #00C2F3
- Pantone Solid Coated: #00B8E4
- Pantone Premium Metallics Coated: #118EAF
- Australian Standard AS2700 (Bluebell): #519CC6
- Behr Paint (Aztec Sky): #48B5D7
Why Designers Use It:
- Visibility and Freshness: The color is widely used for its high contrast with both dark and light backgrounds, making it highly visible in digital media, web design, and corporate branding. It conveys clarity, cleanliness, and a sense of innovation.
- Technology and Modern Aesthetics: This blue is often associated with technology, software, and futuristic themes, and is commonly seen in UI/UX design. It also appears frequently in digital marketing, particularly in tech companies' logos and interfaces.
- Global Popularity: Its popularity spans regions, particularly in Europe and North America, where it is seen in both corporate design and interior decor, especially in spaces promoting calmness and productivity.
- Natural Elements: The color evokes the feeling of open skies and clean water, which aligns with trends in eco-friendly designs, nature conservation, and water-related branding.