#11AD8E Hex Color
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This cool, unsaturated teal sits comfortably between blue and green. It provides a sharp, balanced look that works best for modern UI accents rather than large backgrounds. Because the hex code #11ad8e offers excellent contrast against black text, it stays legible even at small sizes. Pair it with soft warm greys for a professional, tech-focused palette that feels grounded and clear.
Questions about #11ad8e
What is #11ad8e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #11ad8e is rgb(17, 173, 142), in HSL hsl(168, 82%, 37%) and in CMYK 90%, 0%, 18%, 32%.
What colors pair well with #11ad8e for a professional palette?
This unsaturated teal works best when paired with soft, warm neutral gray or charcoal to ground the design. These pairings create a tech-focused aesthetic that feels professional and clean without letting the teal overwhelm the overall composition.
Is #11ad8e readable on white or black?
#11ad8e has a 2.84:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.39:1 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.