#005555 Hex Color
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Overboard is a dense, desaturated cyan with heavy green undertones. This cool, moody shade feels serious and grounded, making it an excellent base for modern tech interfaces or dark mode designs. Because white text maintains high legibility over this dark backdrop, it is highly functional for readable UI. The hex code for Overboard is #005555.
Questions about Overboard
What is the hex code for Overboard?
Overboard is #005555. In RGB that is rgb(0, 85, 85), in HSL hsl(180, 100%, 17%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 0%, 67%.
Why is #005555 effective for dark mode UI design?
The high density and desaturated nature of Overboard allow for excellent white text legibility, reducing eye strain during extended reading sessions. It offers a sophisticated alternative to pure black while maintaining the serious, professional contrast required for modern web interfaces.
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Is Overboard readable on white or black?
Overboard has a 8.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.43:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.