#428169 Hex Color
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At #428169, this hex code lands on a dusty teal with gray undertones and a medium-dark weight. The low saturation keeps it composed, which makes it a solid dominant base for wellness, healthcare, and tech branding. White text passes AA contrast on it at 4.6:1, and a soft coral brings out its cooler side.
Questions about #428169
What is #428169 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #428169 is rgb(66, 129, 105), in HSL hsl(157, 32%, 38%) and in CMYK 49%, 0%, 19%, 49%.
What colors pair well with #428169?
Soft coral and warm terracotta bring out the cool, dusty side of #428169, while cream and charcoal keep it grounded. Avoid bright greens nearby, since they make the muted teal look flat.
Is #428169 readable on white or black?
#428169 has a 4.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.57:1 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 works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.