COLOR
#00A0CB
≈ Blue Ocean
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On white
Aa
3.05:1
AA · large text
On black
Aa
5.74:1
Passes AA
Best text on this color
Aa#1C1916(5.74:1)
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Normal vision#00A0CB
Protanopia#889DCD
Deuteranopia#718DCA
Tritanopia#00ADAE
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Open in scheme generator →Colors that go with Blue Ocean
Blue Ocean sits in the teal family. Pair it with coral, warm sand or a soft blush to warm up its coolness, or lean into its harmonies below for a ready-made scheme.
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Blue Ocean — meaning & where to use it
Blue Ocean is a rich, mid-toned teal — it reads as cool, clean and modern. It's a natural fit for tech, healthcare and coastal, spa-like brands. To keep it balanced, pair it with coral, warm sand or a soft blush to warm up its coolness.
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