#A3E7D9 Hex Color
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This pale, unsaturated teal feels airy and light due to its high lightness value. The hex code #a3e7d9 provides a clean, cooling base that works well for minimalist interfaces or wellness branding. Because it is so desaturated, it can wash out against pure white, so pair it with dark charcoal text to ensure readability and high contrast.
Questions about #a3e7d9
What is #a3e7d9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a3e7d9 is rgb(163, 231, 217), in HSL hsl(168, 59%, 77%) and in CMYK 29%, 0%, 6%, 9%.
Does #a3e7d9 read as a warm or cool tone?
#a3e7d9 is a distinctly cool, refreshing color because of its strong blue-green undertones and high saturation of light. It carries a clinical yet calming mood that feels like clean water or crisp morning air rather than earthy warmth.
Is #a3e7d9 readable on white or black?
#a3e7d9 has a 1.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.98:1 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.