#89D8C3 Hex Color
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#89d8c3 is a light, cool teal with a soft mint cast and restrained saturation. Its airy brightness suggests peace, clarity, and youthful freshness without feeling sugary. The hex code #89d8c3 works well as a dominant background in wellness, healthcare, hospitality, and spring layouts. Black text reaches about 12.7:1 contrast, while white text can look washed out.
Questions about #89d8c3
What is #89d8c3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #89d8c3 is rgb(137, 216, 195), in HSL hsl(164, 50%, 69%) and in CMYK 37%, 0%, 10%, 15%.
What colors pair well with #89d8c3?
#89d8c3 pairs well with charcoal, warm terracotta, and muted navy because its pale, cool mint base needs grounded contrast rather than another light pastel in layouts with plenty of open space. These pairings add structure without losing its fresh character.
Is #89d8c3 readable on white or black?
#89d8c3 has a 1.65:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.67:1 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.