#0D5E4E Hex Color
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#0d5e4e is a dark, desaturated teal that brings a serious tone to design projects. It offers enough depth to serve as a moody, professional background for wellness or technology interfaces. Because white text maintains a 7.7:1 contrast ratio against this hex code, it remains readable even at small point sizes. Pair this shade with warm, sandy neutrals to soften its cool intensity.
Questions about #0d5e4e
What is #0d5e4e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0d5e4e is rgb(13, 94, 78), in HSL hsl(168, 76%, 21%) and in CMYK 86%, 0%, 17%, 63%.
Which colors pair best with #0d5e4e for a balanced design?
#0d5e4e works exceptionally well when paired with warm, sandy neutrals to soften its cool intensity. You can also create high-end contrast by using crisp off-whites for typography, ensuring the design remains readable while feeling sophisticated and intentional.
Is #0d5e4e suitable for text on a white background?
#0d5e4e provides excellent readability against white or light backgrounds. With a 7.7:1 contrast ratio, it meets accessibility standards for small text, making it a reliable choice for professional interfaces where clarity is just as important as aesthetics.
Is #0d5e4e readable on white or black?
#0d5e4e has a 7.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.72:1 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.