#A6DAC3 Hex Color
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This dusty pastel teal carries a cool, desaturated character. With high contrast ratios, black text remains perfectly legible against the hex code #a6dac3. It functions well as a supporting background in wellness or minimalist UI projects. Avoid placing it directly next to pure white, as the subtle tone can look washed out. Instead, pair it with deep charcoal to anchor the design.
Questions about #a6dac3
What is #a6dac3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a6dac3 is rgb(166, 218, 195), in HSL hsl(153, 41%, 75%) and in CMYK 24%, 0%, 11%, 15%.
What colors pair best with #a6dac3?
This muted teal pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal to create necessary visual anchor points and contrast. For a softer, more organic palette, you can also combine it with warm, earthy tones like terracotta or neutral beige.
Is #a6dac3 readable on white or black?
#a6dac3 has a 1.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.43:1 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.