#395E59 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty teal brings a serious and sophisticated mood to any design. It offers a calm, understated backdrop for projects needing a sense of balance and clarity. Because of its dark and gloomy undertones, it works well in professional tech and wellness branding. The hex code for this shade is #395e59.
Questions about #395e59
What is #395e59 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #395e59 is rgb(57, 94, 89), in HSL hsl(172, 25%, 30%) and in CMYK 39%, 0%, 5%, 63%.
What colors pair well with this dusty teal?
This shade works best when paired with warm neutrals like soft cream or beige to balance its cool, gloomy undertones. Try combining it with muted mustard yellows or terracotta for an earthy, grounded palette that feels both modern and organic.
Is this color considered warm or cool?
This color leans heavily into the cool spectrum because of its strong blue and green base. While the grey undertones make it feel somewhat neutral and desaturated, its primary visual temperature remains decidedly calm and cool.
Is #395e59 readable on white or black?
#395e59 has a 7.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.91:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.