#458D7D Hex Color
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This cool, muted teal sits between green and blue with a distinct dusty quality. Because it is unsaturated, #458d7d works best as a secondary or supporting color rather than a dominant background. It pairs exceptionally well with warm, creamy neutrals to break up a cold palette. The hex code is #458d7d, and it provides enough contrast for black text to remain legible.
Questions about #458d7d
What is #458d7d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #458d7d is rgb(69, 141, 125), in HSL hsl(167, 34%, 41%) and in CMYK 51%, 0%, 11%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #458d7d for a balanced palette?
#458d7d works best when paired with warm, creamy neutrals that prevent it from feeling too cold or clinical. Try combining it with sand or warm beige to anchor the design while letting the muted teal serve as an elegant secondary accent.
Is #458d7d suitable for text on a white background?
Yes, #458d7d provides sufficient contrast for standard text legibility against a white or very light background. It offers a softer, more sophisticated alternative to standard black text without sacrificing readability, making it a strong choice for body copy or UI elements.
Is #458d7d readable on white or black?
#458d7d has a 3.91:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.35:1 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.