#137575 Hex Color
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This muted, cool cyan sits between blue and green with a distinct, desaturated weight. Because #137575 maintains strong readability, it works well as a grounding base for UI components or tech-focused branding. Try pairing it with warm coral or soft cream to balance its naturally chilly presence. White text provides the highest contrast here, making it a functional choice for functional interface elements.
Questions about #137575
What is #137575 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #137575 is rgb(19, 117, 117), in HSL hsl(180, 72%, 27%) and in CMYK 84%, 0%, 0%, 54%.
What colors pair well with #137575 for a balanced palette?
This deep teal balances best with warm, earthy tones like terracotta or soft cream to counteract its naturally cool, desaturated presence. Using these warmer neutrals creates a visual anchor, preventing the overall design from feeling too cold or sterile.
Is #137575 readable on white or black?
#137575 has a 5.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.82:1 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.