#0E6C80 Hex Color
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This dark, desaturated cyan holds a moody, serious weight, making it a strong choice for tech-forward or professional UI backgrounds. Because #0e6c80 is quite dim, it requires high contrast for readability. Pair it with soft cream or crisp white text to achieve clear accessibility standards. It functions best as a dominant base color rather than an accent, providing a grounding, reliable foundation for modern digital interfaces.
Questions about #0e6c80
What is #0e6c80 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0e6c80 is rgb(14, 108, 128), in HSL hsl(191, 80%, 28%) and in CMYK 89%, 16%, 0%, 50%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #0e6c80 for UI design?
This deep cyan functions best alongside high-contrast neutrals like off-white or soft creams to ensure readability on screens. For a balanced, professional palette, consider adding accents of mustard or terracotta to provide a warm, complementary pop against the cool, dark background.
Is #0e6c80 readable on white or black?
#0e6c80 has a 6.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.47:1 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.