#7CA49C Hex Color
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#7ca49c is a dusty, ashy teal with low saturation and a soft green undertone. Its medium-light value brings composure, clarity, and a refreshing feel to healthcare, wellness, technology, and hospitality designs. The hex code #7ca49c works well for UI backgrounds, where black text achieves about a 7.6:1 contrast ratio for clear, accessible reading.
Questions about #7ca49c
What is #7ca49c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7ca49c is rgb(124, 164, 156), in HSL hsl(168, 18%, 56%) and in CMYK 24%, 0%, 5%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #7ca49c?
#7ca49c pairs well with warm neutrals, terracotta, navy, and pale blush tones, balancing its cool, dusty teal character with warmth or deeper contrast. Use lighter neutrals for airy layouts and darker accents for structure.
Is #7ca49c a warm or cool color?
#7ca49c reads as a cool, muted teal because its green base is softened by gray and carries a restrained blue cast. Its low saturation keeps it from feeling icy, making the shade composed rather than sharply cold.
Is #7ca49c readable on white or black?
#7ca49c has a 2.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.64:1 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.