#1FB9A5 Hex Color
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Reach for #1fb9a5 when a design needs a teal that stays soft and friendly. Its medium lightness and green-leaning undertone feel refreshing instead of clinical, which suits wellness apps, spring packaging, and healthcare branding. Black text on it hits about 8.5:1 contrast, so it holds up behind small body copy. Pair it with a warm gray to bring out its calm side.
Questions about #1fb9a5
What is #1fb9a5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1fb9a5 is rgb(31, 185, 165), in HSL hsl(172, 71%, 42%) and in CMYK 83%, 0%, 11%, 27%.
What colors pair well with #1fb9a5?
Muted coral and warm sand offset its cool green undertone, while deep navy gives a richer, more sophisticated pairing than plain white. For a fresher look, try soft peach accents.
Is #1fb9a5 readable on white or black?
#1fb9a5 has a 2.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.54:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.