#76C8EC
- Brightness
- 184.4
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 198°, 76%, 69%
- HSV V %
- 93%
- Lab
- 76.8, -15.4, -25.5
- CMYK (%)
- 50%, 15%, 0%, 7%
- PNG size
- 6.0 KB
- Tone / Feel
- light, intense cool hue
Black text
11.24:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.87:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (11.24:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #76C8EC
Common Name: Pantone Solid Uncoated
RGB: 118, 200, 236
HSL: 197°, 81%, 72%
Contrast vs White: 3.1 (AA Pass)
Contrast vs Black: 6.3 (AA Pass)
Mood: #76C8EC exudes a calm and serene atmosphere, evoking feelings of tranquility and freshness. This gentle blue, associated with clear skies and open waters, is commonly used to create spaces or designs that encourage relaxation and peace. It is popular in designs where clarity and softness are desired, like in wellness or health-related contexts.
Close Named Matches:
- Australian Standard AS2700: Sky Blue (#7BB7C1) - ΔE=15.58
- BS 2660 Fiesta Blue: Fiesta Blue (#5B9FAD) - ΔE=19.17
- Benjamin Moore: Cayman Blue (#74C2E5) - ΔE=2.25
- Behr Paint: Big Sky (#77C4E7) - ΔE=1.74
Why Designers Use It:
- Tranquility and Freshness: Designers use this hue for its ability to create calming and refreshing atmospheres. It is frequently chosen for wellness-focused spaces, such as spas, retreats, or healthcare environments, where serenity is key.
- Versatility in Branding: The color is versatile across industries, often associated with trust and reliability. Brands in the tech and healthcare sectors, for example, use this shade to evoke professionalism and dependability.
- Clear and Soft Visuals: As a shade of blue, it promotes clarity and ease of understanding. It is ideal for user interfaces, websites, and apps that aim for simplicity and clean designs.
- Regional Popularity: Blue tones like this one have strong associations with open skies, water, and calm environments globally. It is popular in Scandinavian and Nordic designs, which often emphasize minimalism and tranquility.