#68AAA7 Hex Color

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#68aaa7 is a cool, dusty cyan with gray undertones and low saturation, giving it a fresh yet grounded character. Its medium-light value suggests trust, freedom, and clear communication without feeling loud. Use it as a UI background or supporting brand tone; black text remains highly legible, with about 7.9:1 contrast. The hex code is #68aaa7.

Questions about #68aaa7

What is #68aaa7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #68aaa7 is rgb(104, 170, 167), in HSL hsl(177, 28%, 54%) and in CMYK 39%, 0%, 2%, 33%.
Does #68aaa7 have warm or cool undertones?
#68aaa7 reads as a cool, dusty cyan because its blue-green hue is softened by gray undertones, creating a fresh but grounded appearance that feels calm rather than bright or tropical. It suits relaxed interfaces and supportive brand palettes.
What colors pair well with #68aaa7?
#68aaa7 pairs well with charcoal, warm white, and navy, which reinforce its cool gray undertones without overwhelming its low saturation while adding depth and contrast for layouts, headings, and focused interface elements. Use darker neutrals for text and warmer accents for emphasis.
Is #68aaa7 readable on white or black?
#68aaa7 has a 2.65:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.89:1 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.