#086375 Hex Color
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This dark, dusty cyan evokes a sense of mystery and serious depth. Because it feels cool and unsaturated, the hex code #086375 works well for moody backgrounds or tech-focused branding. Designers often turn to this shade when they need a grounded, professional color that still provides a refreshing contrast against lighter, brighter tones.
Questions about #086375
What is #086375 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #086375 is rgb(8, 99, 117), in HSL hsl(190, 87%, 25%) and in CMYK 93%, 15%, 0%, 54%.
What design aesthetic works best with #086375?
Use this color for high-end tech branding or atmospheric, professional layouts that require a grounded, serious tone. Because it sits between blue and green, it pairs best with soft neutrals or crisp whites to emphasize its deep, cyan-based character.
Is #086375 readable on white or black?
#086375 has a 6.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.05:1 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.