#184950 Hex Color
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#184950 is a desaturated, cool-toned teal that leans into a shadowy, muted aesthetic. Because it is quite dark, white text stands out clearly against it with 10.0:1 contrast, making this hex code an effective choice for dark mode UI backgrounds or moody branding. It provides a grounded, serious base for designs that need depth without requiring high saturation.
Questions about #184950
What is #184950 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #184950 is rgb(24, 73, 80), in HSL hsl(188, 54%, 20%) and in CMYK 70%, 9%, 0%, 69%.
Why is #184950 considered a good choice for dark mode UI?
This deep teal provides a high contrast ratio of 10.0:1 against white text, ensuring excellent readability while offering more character than standard black. It functions as a sophisticated, grounded alternative for interfaces that require a professional yet moody aesthetic.
What colors pair well with #184950 for a professional scheme?
Is #184950 readable on white or black?
#184950 has a 9.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.10:1 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.