#8E9996 Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy teal offers a grounded, refreshing aesthetic. It brings a sense of sophisticated calm to modern healthcare and wellness branding. Designers use the hex code #8e9996 when they need a muted, balanced tone for tech interfaces or communication materials. Its grey undertones provide a clean look that feels professional and trustworthy in any design context.
Questions about #8e9996
What is #8e9996 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8e9996 is rgb(142, 153, 150), in HSL hsl(164, 5%, 58%) and in CMYK 7%, 0%, 2%, 40%.
Is #8e9996 readable on white or black?
#8e9996 has a 2.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.14:1 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.