#7E9E90 Hex Color
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The hex code #7e9e90 is a dusty, ashy teal with very low saturation and a softened green undertone. Its moderate lightness creates a calm, trustworthy presence for healthcare, wellness, hospitality, and technology branding. Use it as a supporting tone with charcoal or warm cream; black text reaches about a 7.2:1 contrast ratio for readable body copy.
Questions about #7e9e90
What is #7e9e90 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7e9e90 is rgb(126, 158, 144), in HSL hsl(154, 14%, 56%) and in CMYK 20%, 0%, 9%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #7e9e90?
For balanced palettes, pair #7e9e90 with warm cream for soft contrast, charcoal for stronger definition, or muted terracotta for restrained warmth. These combinations work well in wellness, hospitality, and interface designs without making the teal feel overly bright.
Is #7e9e90 readable on white or black?
#7e9e90 has a 2.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.18:1 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.