#88B09D Hex Color
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#88b09d is a dusty, pastel teal with a strong gray cast. Its low saturation keeps things soft, so treat it as a background or supporting tone instead of a bold accent. Black text reaches about 8.7:1 contrast here, clearing AA for small body copy. That reliability makes this hex code a steady pick for wellness and healthcare UI. Pair it with terracotta for warmth.
Questions about #88b09d
What is #88b09d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #88b09d is rgb(136, 176, 157), in HSL hsl(152, 20%, 61%) and in CMYK 23%, 0%, 11%, 31%.
What colors pair well with #88b09d?
Try terracotta for a warm contrast that offsets the ashy coolness of #88b09d. Cream and deep charcoal also work when you want a softer, low-key palette.
Is #88b09d readable on white or black?
#88b09d has a 2.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.74:1 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.