#5A968C Hex Color
Professional and grounded dusty teal
This dusty, unsaturated teal carries a cool, ashy undertone that feels professional and grounded. Because of its muted quality, #5a968c works best as a supporting tone rather than a dominant background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal grays for modern tech interfaces. Since black text provides excellent readability against this shade, it is a reliable choice for UI elements that prioritize clarity.
Questions about #5a968c
What is #5a968c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5a968c is rgb(90, 150, 140), in HSL hsl(170, 25%, 47%) and in CMYK 40%, 0%, 7%, 41%.
What colors pair naturally with #5a968c?
This shade works best when paired with charcoal or soft neutral grays to maintain its professional, grounded feel. You can also create a balanced, nature-inspired palette by using it alongside warmer, earthy tones like a soft terracotta for subtle contrast.
Is #5a968c readable on white or black?
#5a968c has a 3.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.17:1 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.