#016E68 Hex Color

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#016e68 is a moody, desaturated teal that functions effectively as a sophisticated background color. Because it is quite dark, white text offers high readability, hitting a 6.1:1 contrast ratio that works well for UI design. Designers often use this shade to establish a sense of professional calm in wellness or tech branding. If you are curious about how to make green mixtures like this, balance your saturation carefully.

Questions about #016e68

What is #016e68 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #016e68 is rgb(1, 110, 104), in HSL hsl(177, 98%, 22%) and in CMYK 99%, 0%, 5%, 57%.
What colors complement #016e68 best?
You can pair #016e68 with warm, neutral tones to soften its moody appearance, such as a light sand or soft cream. These combinations create a balanced aesthetic that feels grounded yet approachable for both branding and interior design applications.
Is #016e68 readable on white or black?
#016e68 has a 6.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.43:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.