#879693 Hex Color
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With its ashy gray undertone and restrained saturation, #879693 is a dusty teal that feels clear, balanced, and composed. The hex code #879693 suits healthcare, wellness, hospitality, and technology branding, especially as a supporting tone beside warm white or deep charcoal. Black text reaches about 6.8:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body copy.
Questions about #879693
What is #879693 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #879693 is rgb(135, 150, 147), in HSL hsl(168, 7%, 56%) and in CMYK 10%, 0%, 2%, 41%.
What colors pair well with #879693?
#879693 pairs well with warm white, deep charcoal, and muted natural shades such as terracotta or sage, creating balanced palettes that soften its cool, ashy teal character without making the design feel flat.
Does #879693 feel warm or cool?
#879693 reads as a cool, dusty teal because its blue-green hue is softened by a noticeable gray undertone. That restrained saturation gives it a calm, composed mood rather than the crisp intensity of a bright turquoise.
Is #879693 readable on white or black?
#879693 has a 3.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.81:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.