#4E897C Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated teal carries a cool gray undertone that feels professional and grounded. Because it reads cleanly, #4e897c works well as a supporting tone in healthcare or tech interfaces, providing enough contrast for black text to remain legible. Avoid using it as a dominant background, as its muted quality can wash out other elements. Pair it with crisp cream or charcoal to enhance its sophisticated character.
Questions about #4e897c
What is #4e897c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4e897c is rgb(78, 137, 124), in HSL hsl(167, 27%, 42%) and in CMYK 43%, 0%, 9%, 46%.
What colors pair well with #4e897c?
Is #4e897c readable on white or black?
#4e897c has a 4.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.19:1 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.