#90C6B5 Hex Color
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#90c6b5 is a dusty, desaturated teal with cool, ashy undertones. Because it is muted, this hue works as a calming UI background for wellness or healthcare projects. It provides a sharp 10.9:1 contrast ratio with black text, ensuring high legibility for body copy. Pair this hex code with deep charcoal rather than stark white to maintain a balanced, intentional look.
Questions about #90c6b5
What is #90c6b5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #90c6b5 is rgb(144, 198, 181), in HSL hsl(161, 32%, 67%) and in CMYK 27%, 0%, 9%, 22%.
What colors pair best with #90c6b5 for UI design?
This hex color works best when paired with deep charcoal or dark navy text to maintain high legibility and a sophisticated, intentional aesthetic. Avoid stark white, as the high contrast can feel jarring against this muted, ashy shade.
Is #90c6b5 readable on white or black?
#90c6b5 has a 1.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.93:1 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.