#87C7BB Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated teal carries cool, ashy undertones that feel both refreshing and balanced. The hex code #87c7bb serves well as a dominant base for wellness and healthcare user interfaces. Its high contrast ratio against black text ensures excellent readability for body copy. Pair this shade with dark charcoal or warm, sandy neutrals to ground its light, airy character.
Questions about #87c7bb
What is #87c7bb in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #87c7bb is rgb(135, 199, 187), in HSL hsl(169, 36%, 65%) and in CMYK 32%, 0%, 6%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #87c7bb?
Pair #87c7bb with warm, sandy neutrals or deep charcoal to ground its light and airy nature. These combinations provide a sophisticated, professional look that prevents the teal from feeling too washed out on screen.
Is #87c7bb readable on white or black?
#87c7bb has a 1.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.91:1 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.