#256C53 Hex Color
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#256c53 is a dark, muted teal with cool green undertones and low saturation. Its shaded appearance brings seriousness and depth to branding, wellness, hospitality, and technology designs. Use it as a dominant background with warm ivory or muted coral accents. The hex code #256c53 supports clear white body text, with about a 6.3:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #256c53
What is #256c53 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #256c53 is rgb(37, 108, 83), in HSL hsl(159, 49%, 28%) and in CMYK 66%, 0%, 23%, 58%.
What colors pair well with #256c53?
Warm ivory, muted coral, and soft neutrals pair well with #256c53, balancing its cool, dark teal base; terracotta can add a warmer, more organic accent without overwhelming it in a restrained palette.
Is #256c53 warm or cool?
#256c53 reads as a cool color because its green is shifted toward teal and blue, while its low saturation and dark value keep the effect calm, serious, and grounded rather than bright or tropical.
Is #256c53 readable on white or black?
#256c53 has a 6.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.34:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.