#59A9B7 Hex Color
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#59a9b7 is a desaturated, cool cyan that leans heavily toward teal. Its muted character makes it a steady choice for tech and corporate branding where reliability matters. Because it offers strong contrast with black text, it performs well for small UI elements and body copy. Pair this hex code with a soft charcoal instead of pure black for a modern, approachable aesthetic in your next interface design.
Questions about #59a9b7
What is #59a9b7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #59a9b7 is rgb(89, 169, 183), in HSL hsl(189, 39%, 53%) and in CMYK 51%, 8%, 0%, 28%.
What colors pair best with #59a9b7 in a web interface?
This muted cyan creates a balanced, modern aesthetic when paired with charcoal for text or dark elements. For a more vibrant contrast, consider a warm, muted orange or a soft cream to break up the cool temperature of the teal.
Is #59a9b7 readable on white or black?
#59a9b7 has a 2.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.78:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.