#359599 Hex Color
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#359599 is a muted, cool teal that balances blue and green tones. Its desaturated quality prevents it from feeling aggressive, making it a reliable choice for tech or communication interfaces. Because black text maintains a 5.9:1 contrast ratio against it, you can use this hex code for body copy with confidence. Pair it with deep charcoal to ground the color for professional branding.
Questions about #359599
What is #359599 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #359599 is rgb(53, 149, 153), in HSL hsl(182, 49%, 40%) and in CMYK 65%, 3%, 0%, 40%.
What colors pair best with #359599?
Pair #359599 with charcoal or deep slate tones to provide a grounded, professional contrast that helps the teal pop without becoming aggressive. Using a soft off-white or cream for background elements will also maintain the color's sophisticated, calming aesthetic.
Is #359599 readable on white or black?
#359599 has a 3.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.91:1 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.