#172C2E Hex Color
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This dark, dusty cyan carries an ashy, muted quality that feels grounded and serious. Because #172c2e is so close to grey, it functions best as a dominant, moody background rather than a vibrant accent. It pairs unexpectedly well with soft coral or muted gold tones. White text pops easily against this shade, making it a strong choice for text-heavy, dark mode UI designs. The hex code is #172c2e.
Questions about #172c2e
What is #172c2e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #172c2e is rgb(23, 44, 46), in HSL hsl(185, 33%, 14%) and in CMYK 50%, 4%, 0%, 82%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
How should I use #172c2e in my design projects?
#172c2e functions best as a dominant, moody background for text-heavy interfaces where you need a professional, grounded look. Because it is highly desaturated and leans close to grey, it provides excellent contrast for white or light-toned text, ensuring high readability.
What colors pair well with #172c2e?
This color pairs unexpectedly well with warm, vibrant accents like soft coral or muted gold to break up its seriousness. Using these contrasting warm tones prevents #172c2e from feeling too cold or flat, adding visual interest to an otherwise subdued and dark layout.
Is #172c2e readable on white or black?
#172c2e has a 14.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.43:1 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.