#165E5D Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
#165e5d is a dark, dusty teal with significant grey undertones. It carries a serious mood that works well for moody UI backgrounds. Because it offers strong contrast with white text, readability remains high for interface design. The hex code for this muted tone is #165e5d. Use it as a supporting base, as it pairs beautifully against warm, earthy terracotta accents.
Questions about #165e5d
What is #165e5d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #165e5d is rgb(22, 94, 93), in HSL hsl(179, 62%, 23%) and in CMYK 77%, 0%, 1%, 63%.
What colors pair best with the #165e5d teal shade?
#165e5d works exceptionally well when balanced against warm, earthy tones like terracotta or soft cream, which provide a necessary contrast to its cool, moody nature. Using a muted gold or off-white for text ensures high legibility while maintaining the sophisticated aesthetic.
Is #165e5d readable on white or black?
#165e5d has a 7.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.79:1 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.