#093B38 Hex Color
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#093b38 is a dense, dusty teal with significant dark-value depth. This muted tone lacks saturation, creating a serious, moody character suitable for minimalist brand palettes. It functions effectively as a grounding base for dark mode interfaces. Because the color is quite dark, pair it with off-white or cream text to maintain high readability. This hex code provides a sophisticated alternative to standard blacks.
Questions about #093b38
What is #093b38 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #093b38 is rgb(9, 59, 56), in HSL hsl(176, 74%, 13%) and in CMYK 85%, 0%, 5%, 77%.
What colors pair best with #093b38 for UI design?
Because #093b38 is so dark and muted, it works best when paired with high-contrast, off-white, or soft cream tones to maintain readability. It also functions well alongside a charcoal for depth or a warm terracotta to provide a striking, natural accent.
Does #093b38 function well as a primary brand color?
#093b38 is an excellent choice for brands aiming for a serious, grounded, or luxury aesthetic. Its lack of saturation helps it feel more stable and professional than brighter teals, making it highly effective for law firms, high-end real estate, or editorial design.
Is #093b38 readable on white or black?
#093b38 has a 12.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.69:1 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.