#789F9C Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated teal leans into a muted cyan base. Because of its low saturation, #789f9c works well as a sophisticated background color for wellness and tech interfaces. It pairs effectively with warm, earthy terracotta tones, which prevent the gray undertones from feeling too clinical. Since black text provides a high 7.2:1 contrast, this hex code is an excellent choice for readable UI components.
Questions about #789f9c
What is #789f9c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #789f9c is rgb(120, 159, 156), in HSL hsl(175, 17%, 55%) and in CMYK 25%, 0%, 2%, 38%.
What colors pair best with #789f9c?
Because of its dusty, desaturated nature, #789f9c pairs effectively with warm, earthy tones like terracotta or soft clay. These warm hues prevent the gray undertones of the teal from feeling too clinical or cold, creating a balanced and modern palette.
Is #789f9c readable on white or black?
#789f9c has a 2.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.23:1 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.