#11322E Hex Color

A sophisticated and grounded dark teal

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This dark, muted teal feels serious and sophisticated, functioning best as a moody background rather than an accent. With heavy gray undertones, #11322e provides a professional, grounded alternative to black in tech or wellness branding. White text reads clearly against its dark surface, making it an excellent choice for minimal UI designs that require strong legibility and a sense of calm. The hex code is #11322e.

Questions about #11322e

What is #11322e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #11322e is rgb(17, 50, 46), in HSL hsl(173, 49%, 13%) and in CMYK 66%, 0%, 8%, 80%.
Is #11322e suitable for large blocks of text?
#11322e works exceptionally well as a dark, muted background for white or light-toned typography, offering better contrast and less eye strain than pure black. It provides a grounded, professional foundation that maintains strong legibility for minimal, modern interface designs.
Which colors pair best with #11322e?
This muted teal harmonizes beautifully with soft ivory or warm cream tones to create a balanced, high-end aesthetic. For a sharper, modern look, pair it with muted gold accents or desaturated ochre to add warmth without disrupting its serious, grounded character.
Is #11322e readable on white or black?
#11322e has a 13.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.51:1 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.