#78A4A3 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated cyan carries a muted gray undertone that feels professional and grounded. Because it offers high contrast with black text, it serves well for readable headlines or clear UI elements. Pair this shade with warm terracotta to balance its inherent coolness. The hex code #78a4a3 performs best as a supportive secondary tone rather than an overwhelming background.
Questions about #78a4a3
What is #78a4a3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #78a4a3 is rgb(120, 164, 163), in HSL hsl(179, 19%, 56%) and in CMYK 27%, 0%, 1%, 36%.
What colors pair best with #78a4a3 for a balanced palette?
#78a4a3 works best when contrasted with warm tones to offset its inherent coolness. Pair it with deep terracotta or soft sand tones to ground the design and create visual interest without overwhelming the muted, professional character of the cyan base.
Is #78a4a3 readable on white or black?
#78a4a3 has a 2.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.63:1 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.