#21A179 Hex Color
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A cool, muted teal that brings a balanced, clear energy to digital interfaces. This shade works well for wellness branding, appearing approachable yet professional. The hex code is #21a179. It pairs effectively with warm terracotta accents, and because it offers a 6.4:1 contrast ratio against black text, it remains readable even when used for small body copy.
Questions about #21a179
What is #21a179 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #21a179 is rgb(33, 161, 121), in HSL hsl(161, 66%, 38%) and in CMYK 80%, 0%, 25%, 37%.
What colors pair best with #21a179 for a balanced design?
Warm earth tones like terracotta or soft sandy beiges create a sophisticated, natural contrast against the coolness of #21a179. These pairings ground the teal, making it feel less clinical and more organic for modern branding.
Is #21a179 readable on white or black?
#21a179 has a 3.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.43:1 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.