#86D5C5 Hex Color
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This pastel teal sits squarely in the cool spectrum with a clear, sparkling quality. Because it is highly readable against black text, the hex code #86d5c5 works effectively for UI elements and interface backgrounds where accessibility matters. Use it alongside deep charcoal or navy to ground its airy, unsaturated character. It provides a refreshing, balanced alternative to standard white or gray base layers.
Questions about #86d5c5
What is #86d5c5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #86d5c5 is rgb(134, 213, 197), in HSL hsl(168, 48%, 68%) and in CMYK 37%, 0%, 8%, 16%.
What colors pair well with #86d5c5?
Is #86d5c5 readable on white or black?
#86d5c5 has a 1.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.33:1 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.