#8C9691 Hex Color
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This isn’t a bright teal. #8c9691 pulls so far toward grey that it reads ashy and dusty, more settled than refreshing. That muted character suits wellness brands, healthcare, and calm tech interfaces where vivid color would shout. Use it as a dominant base with charcoal type; black text clears AA at about 6.9:1. Its hex code is #8c9691.
Questions about #8c9691
What is #8c9691 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c9691 is rgb(140, 150, 145), in HSL hsl(150, 5%, 57%) and in CMYK 7%, 0%, 3%, 41%.
What colors pair well with #8c9691?
Warm earth tones like terracotta, clay, and soft cream bring out the hidden green in #8c9691, while charcoal text keeps it grounded. Avoid pale greys nearby, since the two wash each other out.
Does #8c9691 read warm or cool?
It sits close to neutral, with a faint green undertone that reads slightly cool on screens and warmer next to wood or cream tones. Test it in context before committing.
Is #8c9691 readable on white or black?
#8c9691 has a 3.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.88:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.