#717F78 Hex Color
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#717f78 is a dusty, desaturated teal with significant grey undertones. It offers a muted alternative to standard blues, making it a reliable choice for professional UI backgrounds or wellness branding. This hex code provides enough contrast for black text to meet accessibility standards, ensuring readability at smaller sizes. Pair it with warm, sandy beiges or crisp whites to keep your design from feeling flat.
Questions about #717f78
What is #717f78 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #717f78 is rgb(113, 127, 120), in HSL hsl(150, 6%, 47%) and in CMYK 11%, 0%, 6%, 50%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with the #717f78 shade?
#717f78 works best when anchored by warm, sandy beiges or crisp whites to prevent the design from appearing flat. For a high-contrast professional look, pair it with deep charcoal text or soft metallic accents to add sophistication without overwhelming the muted tone.
Is #717f78 readable on white or black?
#717f78 has a 4.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.00:1 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.