#879997 Hex Color
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A muted, dusty teal with heavy grey undertones, #879997 feels clinical yet approachable. Because it is highly desaturated, it works best as a grounding neutral for healthcare or tech interfaces rather than a primary accent. It offers excellent legibility with black text, making it a functional choice for body copy or backgrounds. The hex code for this color is #879997.
Questions about #879997
What is #879997 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #879997 is rgb(135, 153, 151), in HSL hsl(173, 8%, 56%) and in CMYK 12%, 0%, 1%, 40%.
How should I use #879997 in web design?
#879997 serves best as a secondary neutral background or a muted accent color rather than a primary call-to-action button. Its high legibility makes it an excellent choice for subtle interface elements or soft, professional body text when paired against white.
What colors pair well with #879997?
This shade works effectively when paired with charcoal for high-contrast text or crisp white for a clean, medical aesthetic. For a warmer balance, try using it alongside soft terracotta accents to introduce a gentle, earthy contrast that prevents the grey undertones from feeling too cold.
Is #879997 readable on white or black?
#879997 has a 2.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.03:1 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.