#789596 Hex Color
A muted, dusty cyan with grey undertones
This dusty, muted cyan sits in a space between blue and grey, creating a matte, understated appearance. Because of its low saturation, #789596 works as a reliable, neutral background color for technology interfaces. It pairs effectively with warm, sandy beiges or stark blacks for readable text. This hex code offers enough contrast for body copy, making it a functional choice for supporting design elements.
Questions about #789596
What is #789596 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #789596 is rgb(120, 149, 150), in HSL hsl(182, 13%, 53%) and in CMYK 20%, 1%, 0%, 41%.
When should I use #789596 in web design?
Use #789596 as a foundational background color when you need a professional, tech-forward aesthetic that is not as harsh as a standard flat grey. It provides enough visual weight to support light text while maintaining a calm, understated atmosphere that works well for dashboards.
Which colors pair best with #789596?
This muted cyan works best alongside warm, sandy beiges or stark dark tones for clear readability. To add visual interest without breaking the palette, try accents of deep charcoal or muted earthy tones, which help ground the cool, dusty nature of the color.
Is #789596 readable on white or black?
#789596 has a 3.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.53:1 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.