#419CA5 Hex Color
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This unsaturated cyan leans toward a cool, muted teal. Because it maintains a solid 6.5:1 contrast ratio against black text, it functions reliably as a readable background for UI or body copy. Its muted nature keeps it from feeling aggressive, making #419ca5 a practical choice for tech interfaces. Pair it with soft coral accents to break up its coolness and add a touch of warmth.
Questions about #419ca5
What is #419ca5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #419ca5 is rgb(65, 156, 165), in HSL hsl(185, 43%, 45%) and in CMYK 61%, 5%, 0%, 35%.
What colors pair well with the muted teal of #419ca5?
Soft coral or warm apricot tones effectively balance the cool, industrial feel of #419ca5. These complementary warm colors cut through the unsaturated cyan, preventing the interface from appearing too clinical or sterile while maintaining a professional, modern look.
Is #419ca5 readable on white or black?
#419ca5 has a 3.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.52:1 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.