#59CEA5 Hex Color
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This pastel teal carries high luminosity, making it an ideal candidate for UI backgrounds or large-scale brand elements. The hex code for this fresh, cool shade is #59cea5. It maintains strong legibility with black text, which provides excellent 10.8:1 contrast. Use this color as a dominant base to establish a clean, contemporary feel, though pair it with dark charcoal rather than stark white to avoid a washed-out appearance.
Questions about #59cea5
What is #59cea5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #59cea5 is rgb(89, 206, 165), in HSL hsl(159, 54%, 58%) and in CMYK 57%, 0%, 20%, 19%.
What colors pair best with #59cea5 for a balanced palette?
#59cea5 works best when anchored by neutral tones that ground its brightness. Pairing it with charcoal or deep slate provides strong legibility for text, while soft creams create a harmonious, airy look that prevents the teal from appearing too sharp or clinical.
Is #59cea5 readable on white or black?
#59cea5 has a 1.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.79:1 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.