#3E8F77 Hex Color
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Not a bright tropical teal, #3e8f77 is a muted, gray-leaning green that reads cool and steady. Its low saturation makes it a dependable dominant base for wellness and healthcare branding, and it flatters dusty coral when you want warm contrast. Black text passes AA on this hex code, so small copy stays readable on top.
Questions about #3e8f77
What is #3e8f77 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3e8f77 is rgb(62, 143, 119), in HSL hsl(162, 40%, 40%) and in CMYK 57%, 0%, 17%, 44%.
What text color works on #3e8f77?
Black text is the safe choice, with a contrast ratio of about 5.4:1 against #3e8f77, which passes WCAG AA for body text. White text reaches roughly 3.9:1, so reserve it for large headings rather than small copy.
What colors pair well with #3e8f77?
Warm terracotta and dusty coral lift its muted coolness, while charcoal and cream keep palettes grounded. Skip bright greens, which compete with its gray undertone.
Is #3e8f77 readable on white or black?
#3e8f77 has a 3.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.40:1 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.