#668C91 Hex Color

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Muted and dusty, #668c91 is an ashy cyan with very low saturation. Its matte quality makes it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds where you need a calm, understated look. Because it holds enough contrast for small text, it functions well as a base color. Pair this shade with crisp white or deep charcoal to keep the design from appearing too muddy.

Questions about #668c91

What is #668c91 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #668c91 is rgb(102, 140, 145), in HSL hsl(187, 17%, 48%) and in CMYK 30%, 3%, 0%, 43%.
What colors pair best with #668c91?
#668c91 works effectively when balanced against high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or crisp whites. For a more sophisticated palette, try layering it alongside slate or warm earthy tones to prevent the overall design from appearing too muddy or flat.
Is #668c91 readable on white or black?
#668c91 has a 3.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.72:1 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.