#358199 Hex Color
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This muted, cool cyan sits comfortably in the middle range of saturation. Because it maintains a 4.8:1 contrast ratio against black, you can use it confidently for small text without readability issues. The hex code for this shade is #358199. It works well as a grounding base color for tech interfaces, balancing a professional atmosphere with a touch of approachable, refreshing energy.
Questions about #358199
What is #358199 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #358199 is rgb(53, 129, 153), in HSL hsl(194, 49%, 40%) and in CMYK 65%, 16%, 0%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #358199?
To create a balanced palette, pair #358199 with neutral shades like charcoal or soft off-whites to let its muted cyan tone anchor the design. For more vibrancy, it creates a sophisticated contrast when placed alongside warm, muted orange or earthy tan tones.
Is #358199 readable on white or black?
#358199 has a 4.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.75:1 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.