#AAE4D8 Hex Color
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Soft and pale, #aae4d8 is a cool, heavily tinted teal with gentle green undertones and low saturation. Its airy lightness suits wellness, healthcare, spring, and minimal interfaces, especially as a dominant background. Black text remains highly readable at about 14.8:1 contrast, while warm coral or deep navy adds definition without overpowering its delicate character. The hex code is #aae4d8.
Questions about #aae4d8
What is #aae4d8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #aae4d8 is rgb(170, 228, 216), in HSL hsl(168, 52%, 78%) and in CMYK 25%, 0%, 5%, 11%.
Does #aae4d8 read as warm or cool?
#aae4d8 reads as a cool, pale teal because its blue-green hue and strong white tint outweigh its gentle green undertones. It creates an airy, soothing impression rather than a warm or energetic one.
What colors pair well with #aae4d8?
Is #aae4d8 readable on white or black?
#aae4d8 has a 1.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.79:1 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.