#081E23 Hex Color
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This dark cyan carries a dusty, ashy quality that brings a sense of serious depth to any project. Because it feels mysterious and grounded, #081e23 works well as a moody background for technology interfaces or modern branding. The hex code for this dim, shady tone is #081e23. It grounds bright accents while maintaining a clean, professional aesthetic for communication and design work.
Questions about #081e23
What is #081e23 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #081e23 is rgb(8, 30, 35), in HSL hsl(191, 63%, 8%) and in CMYK 77%, 14%, 0%, 86%.
What colors pair well with this dark teal?
This color acts as a powerful anchor when paired with soft creams or warm metallic golds. Because it is so deep and desaturated, it creates a high-end, sophisticated contrast when placed against crisp whites or very pale grays.
Is this color cool or warm?
It is a decidedly cool tone, leaning heavily into blue and green undertones. Its ashy, dark quality gives it a professional edge that feels more grounded and stable than brighter, more vibrant versions of cyan or teal.
Is #081e23 readable on white or black?
#081e23 has a 17.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.22:1 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.