#63ACA7 Hex Color

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This dusty, unsaturated teal carries a muted quality that feels grounded and professional. Because of its cool undertones and low saturation, #63aca7 works best as a supporting accent rather than a dominant background color. Pair it with soft charcoals or warm grays to maximize contrast. The hex code for this cyan-leaning shade is #63aca7, providing high legibility when used with dark text for accessible interface design.

Questions about #63aca7

What is #63aca7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #63aca7 is rgb(99, 172, 167), in HSL hsl(176, 31%, 53%) and in CMYK 42%, 0%, 3%, 33%.
What colors pair well with #63aca7 in a design palette?
This muted teal pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal or warm greys, which provide the necessary contrast to let the color stand out without overwhelming the design. It also works as a sophisticated secondary accent alongside soft creams or off-white backgrounds.
Is #63aca7 suitable for text in interface design?
While #63aca7 offers good legibility on darker backgrounds, it often lacks sufficient contrast ratios for standard body text against light surfaces. Always test this hex color against your specific background to ensure compliance with web accessibility standards for readability.
Is #63aca7 readable on white or black?
#63aca7 has a 2.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.98:1 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.