#08A79D Hex Color
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This cool, muted teal sits comfortably between green and blue, offering a clean, professional aesthetic for tech and healthcare interfaces. Because it maintains a clear contrast with black text, #08a79d works well for body copy or functional UI elements where readability matters. Pair it with soft charcoals rather than pure white to avoid a washed-out appearance. The hex code for this balanced tone is #08a79d.
Questions about #08a79d
What is #08a79d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #08a79d is rgb(8, 167, 157), in HSL hsl(176, 91%, 34%) and in CMYK 95%, 0%, 6%, 35%.
Does #08a79d work well for website body text?
Yes, #08a79d provides sufficient contrast against light backgrounds while maintaining a clean, professional aesthetic. It is especially effective for functional UI elements or secondary headings where you need clear readability without the harshness of standard black.
Which colors complement #08a79d?
This muted teal looks best when paired with soft charcoal or deep slates rather than pure white. Using a dark gray helps anchor the color and prevents it from looking washed out, creating a balanced and modern interface design.
Is #08a79d readable on white or black?
#08a79d has a 2.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.02:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.