#08A096 Hex Color
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#08a096 is a cool, softened teal with a balanced green-blue base and medium depth. Its restrained saturation feels clear and composed, making it useful for healthcare, wellness, technology, and communication branding. Use it as a supporting color with warm white or charcoal. The hex code #08a096 provides about a 6.5:1 contrast ratio with black text.
Questions about #08a096
What is #08a096 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #08a096 is rgb(8, 160, 150), in HSL hsl(176, 90%, 33%) and in CMYK 95%, 0%, 6%, 37%.
What colors pair well with #08a096?
Warm white and charcoal pair well with #08a096, creating a clear, grounded palette, while a muted terracotta accent can introduce warmth without overpowering the teal. This combination suits interfaces, wellness materials, and communication-focused layouts.
Does #08a096 read as a warm or cool color?
#08a096 reads as a cool color because its balanced teal base leans toward blue-green rather than yellow-green. Its softened saturation keeps that coolness approachable, giving layouts a composed, clear mood instead of a sharp or highly energetic one.
Is #08a096 readable on white or black?
#08a096 has a 3.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.47:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.