#98FFD3 Hex Color

A luminous and refreshing pastel teal

Hex color #98ffd3 graphic
This luminous, pastel teal sits on the lighter end of the spectrum, offering a clear and refreshing aesthetic. Because of its high lightness, black text creates an excellent, high-contrast pairing for UI elements. Use #98ffd3 as a supporting accent rather than a dominant background color to prevent it from washing out a design. The hex code for this cool shade is #98ffd3.

Questions about #98ffd3

What is #98ffd3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #98ffd3 is rgb(152, 255, 211), in HSL hsl(154, 100%, 80%) and in CMYK 40%, 0%, 17%, 0%.
How can I use #98ffd3 effectively in UI design?
#98ffd3 functions best as a high-visibility accent color rather than a primary background because of its intense luminosity. Pair it with charcoal or deep neutral text to maintain essential readability and ensure your design elements pop clearly without causing eye strain.
What colors pair well with the #98ffd3 teal?
This light teal creates balanced, modern schemes when paired with earthy tones or high-contrast darks. Try combining #98ffd3 with a charcoal for strong legibility, or use a terracotta to ground the brightness with a warm, complementary contrast that feels balanced and professional.
Is #98ffd3 readable on white or black?
#98ffd3 has a 1.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.57:1 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.