#17838D Hex Color
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This cool, muted cyan carries a distinctly clinical and tech-forward mood. Its low saturation keeps it professional, making it an excellent choice for primary UI buttons or iconography in software interfaces. Because #17838d offers a solid 4.7:1 contrast ratio with black, it remains readable even at smaller sizes. Pair this color with warm, desaturated greys to soften its inherent chill for a more modern palette.
Questions about #17838d
What is #17838d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #17838d is rgb(23, 131, 141), in HSL hsl(185, 72%, 32%) and in CMYK 84%, 7%, 0%, 45%.
Why is #17838d effective for UI design?
This color offers a solid 4.7:1 contrast ratio against black, which ensures readability for text and icons even at smaller sizes. Its clinical, desaturated tone conveys professional stability without the harshness of a pure, vibrant primary cyan.
What colors pair well with #17838d?
To soften its clinical edge for modern palettes, pair #17838d with warm, desaturated greys or soft neutrals. These combinations balance its cool, technical temperature while keeping the interface feeling approachable and grounded for the user.
Is #17838d readable on white or black?
#17838d has a 4.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.66:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.