#859D9C Hex Color
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This muted, dusty cyan lands between blue and grey, creating a grounded feel for professional interfaces. Because #859d9c maintains a strong contrast ratio, it works reliably for small text while avoiding the harshness of pure black. Use this shade as a sophisticated secondary tone in tech branding, as it pairs effectively with deep charcoals or crisp white accents. The hex code for this color is #859d9c.
Questions about #859d9c
What is #859d9c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #859d9c is rgb(133, 157, 156), in HSL hsl(178, 11%, 57%) and in CMYK 15%, 0%, 1%, 38%.
What makes #859d9c a good choice for user interfaces?
#859d9c offers a high contrast ratio compared to typical pastels, ensuring small text remains readable while providing a softer alternative to harsh black. It functions effectively as a secondary tone, grounding digital designs without overwhelming the user interface.
Which colors pair best with #859d9c?
This muted cyan works best when paired with high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or slate to maintain professional clarity. You can also ground the composition by using clean white accents to prevent the overall palette from feeling too dusty or heavy.
Is #859d9c readable on white or black?
#859d9c has a 2.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.30:1 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.