#88E9C4 Hex Color
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#88e9c4 is a light, softly saturated teal with cool green undertones and a fresh, sparkling finish. Its gentle brightness suggests clarity and youth without feeling loud, making it effective for wellness, healthcare, spring, and technology designs. Use it as a dominant background with dark text, which achieves about 14.5:1 contrast. The hex code is #88e9c4.
Questions about #88e9c4
What is #88e9c4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #88e9c4 is rgb(136, 233, 196), in HSL hsl(157, 69%, 72%) and in CMYK 42%, 0%, 16%, 9%.
What colors pair well with #88e9c4?
#88e9c4 pairs well with navy, charcoal, and soft mauve because these deeper, muted colors balance its bright teal character and provide visual weight in most layouts, creating a balanced palette for interfaces, wellness graphics, and seasonal designs. White can create a lighter, airier look, while dark text remains more readable for body copy.
Does #88e9c4 read as a warm or cool color?
#88e9c4 reads as a cool teal because it leans toward blue within its green base, giving the shade a clean, refreshing quality rather than a warm, yellow-green appearance across palettes. That makes it a natural fit for calm interfaces, healthcare accents, and spring-inspired designs.
Is #88e9c4 readable on white or black?
#88e9c4 has a 1.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.49:1 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.