#17524E Hex Color
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#17524e is a dark, cool teal with low saturation and a slightly ashy green undertone. Its muted depth suggests seriousness and mystery while keeping a calm, balanced feel. Use the hex code #17524e for moody interfaces, wellness branding, or a strong supporting tone. White text reaches about 8.9:1 contrast, making it suitable behind small body text.
Questions about #17524e
What is #17524e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #17524e is rgb(23, 82, 78), in HSL hsl(176, 56%, 21%) and in CMYK 72%, 0%, 5%, 68%.
What colors pair well with #17524e?
#17524e pairs well with warm terracotta, muted mustard, and pale sand because those lighter, warmer tones separate its cool, low-saturation depth without making the palette feel harsh. Terracotta works especially well for buttons or small accents.
Is #17524e readable on white or black?
#17524e has a 8.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.35:1 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.