#73A591 Hex Color
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The hex code #73a591 is a muted, cool teal with gray undertones and a dusty, ashy finish. Its low saturation creates a calm, polished feel for healthcare, wellness, and technology branding. Use it as a supporting tone beside charcoal or warm ivory. Black text remains highly legible, making this color practical for accessible interfaces.
Questions about #73a591
What is #73a591 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #73a591 is rgb(115, 165, 145), in HSL hsl(156, 22%, 55%) and in CMYK 30%, 0%, 12%, 35%.
What colors pair well with #73a591?
For balanced palettes, pair #73a591 with charcoal text and warm ivory surfaces, then add a restrained terracotta accent; its dusty teal character supports warm neutrals and earthy accents without becoming visually loud.
Is #73a591 readable on white or black?
#73a591 has a 2.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.51:1 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.