#45A381 Hex Color
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Not a bright tropical teal, #45a381 is a muted, cool shade with soft gray undertones. Its low saturation keeps designs calm and balanced, which suits wellness brands, healthcare interfaces, and quiet tech dashboards. Black text clears WCAG AA on this hex code at roughly 6.8:1 contrast. Pair it with warm sand or deep plum for a palette that feels steady instead of loud.
Questions about #45a381
What is #45a381 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #45a381 is rgb(69, 163, 129), in HSL hsl(158, 41%, 45%) and in CMYK 58%, 0%, 21%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #45a381?
Warm sand and soft cream keep this muted teal feeling grounded, while deep plum adds richness without clutter. A small coral accent works too, since it sits near the complement and adds gentle energy.
Is #45a381 readable on white or black?
#45a381 has a 3.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.80:1 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.