#85C2A3 Hex Color
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This dusty mint green is a muted, desaturated tone that feels approachable and soft. Because it lacks intensity, #85c2a3 functions well as a background color for organic or wellness branding. Pair it with dark charcoal for a modern, high-contrast look that remains readable. The hex code #85c2a3 offers enough contrast against black text to meet accessibility standards for small body copy.
Questions about #85c2a3
What is #85c2a3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #85c2a3 is rgb(133, 194, 163), in HSL hsl(150, 33%, 64%) and in CMYK 31%, 0%, 16%, 24%.
What colors pair best with #85c2a3 for modern UI design?
#85c2a3 works exceptionally well when paired with dark charcoal or deep navy blue, as these high-contrast neutrals keep the design readable while grounding the softness of the mint. Avoid using bright, saturated yellows which can make the palette feel cluttered.
Is #85c2a3 readable on white or black?
#85c2a3 has a 2.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.24:1 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.