#154954 Hex Color
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This dark, dusty cyan reads as a serious and cool shade with distinct green undertones. Because it has such low saturation, #154954 works well as a grounding base for tech branding or moody, minimalist web interfaces. It maintains excellent readability with white text, making it a functional choice for body copy or dark mode backgrounds. The hex code for this dim, grounded tone is #154954.
Questions about #154954
What is #154954 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #154954 is rgb(21, 73, 84), in HSL hsl(190, 60%, 21%) and in CMYK 75%, 13%, 0%, 67%.
Why does #154954 work well for dark mode interfaces?
The low saturation of #154954 creates a soft visual weight that prevents text from vibrating against dark backgrounds. It offers enough contrast to remain legible without the harshness of pure black or standard navy, making it an ideal choice for professional UI.
What colors pair well with #154954?
Is #154954 readable on white or black?
#154954 has a 9.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.11:1 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.