#61AE8E Hex Color
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This unsaturated, cool teal lands between green and blue with a muted, professional demeanor. Because #61ae8e maintains a strong contrast ratio, it works reliably for UI text, readable against a light background with black copy. Use this hex code as a secondary accent in healthcare or technology branding to provide clarity without appearing overly bright or aggressive. It pairs well with charcoal grays for a grounded, modern look.
Questions about #61ae8e
What is #61ae8e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #61ae8e is rgb(97, 174, 142), in HSL hsl(155, 32%, 53%) and in CMYK 44%, 0%, 18%, 32%.
What colors pair best with #61ae8e for web design?
#61ae8e pairs beautifully with charcoal or deep slate grays to maintain a professional, high-contrast look suitable for modern interfaces. For a softer approach, try balancing it with off-white or light cream backgrounds to keep the overall aesthetic clean and accessible.
Is #61ae8e readable on white or black?
#61ae8e has a 2.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.95:1 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.