#489196 Hex Color
A grounded dusty cyan with cool undertones
This dusty cyan carries a cool, unsaturated quality that feels grounded rather than bright. Because of its muted depth, #489196 functions effectively as a supporting tone or secondary accent in technology and aerospace branding. It offers strong legibility with black text, making it a safe choice for UI elements. Pair this hex code with warm terracotta shades to balance its cool, airy character.
Questions about #489196
What is #489196 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #489196 is rgb(72, 145, 150), in HSL hsl(184, 35%, 44%) and in CMYK 52%, 3%, 0%, 41%.
What colors pair best with #489196?
To balance the cool, airy character of #489196, pair it with warm terracotta or soft sand tones. This contrast creates a sophisticated visual tension that feels both grounded and modern for digital design layouts.
Is #489196 a good choice for UI text?
#489196 functions effectively as a supporting accent or secondary tone, but it requires careful testing for accessibility. While it provides decent contrast against light backgrounds, always pair it with dark charcoal or black text for optimal readability.
Is #489196 readable on white or black?
#489196 has a 3.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.76:1 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.