#6AB488 Hex Color
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#6ab488 is a pastel green with a gray undertone that keeps it calm instead of grassy. Its low saturation and mid lightness read gentle and stable, which suits organic brands, spring layouts, and baby products. Black text on it hits about 8.5:1 contrast, so it works as a background for body copy. Pair it with charcoal or plum for depth.
Questions about #6ab488
What is #6ab488 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6ab488 is rgb(106, 180, 136), in HSL hsl(144, 33%, 56%) and in CMYK 41%, 0%, 24%, 29%.
What text color works best on #6ab488?
Black text works best on #6ab488, with a contrast ratio of about 8.5:1, well above the WCAG AA requirement of 4.5:1. White text falls short, so avoid it for small type.
What colors pair well with #6ab488?
Charcoal brings out its soft green without harsh contrast, while plum adds a muted complement that suits wellness and organic branding. Warm neutrals can wash it out, so test pairings against a mid-tone instead.
Is #6ab488 readable on white or black?
#6ab488 has a 2.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.49:1 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.