#BDDBD5 Hex Color
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#bddbd5 is a pale, desaturated teal with strong grey undertones. This color functions best as a soft, airy background for UI projects where high contrast is necessary. Pair it with deep charcoals for readability, as black text achieves excellent contrast on this shade. Avoid using it next to stark white, as the low saturation can cause it to wash out. The hex code for this tint is #bddbd5.
Questions about #bddbd5
What is #bddbd5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bddbd5 is rgb(189, 219, 213), in HSL hsl(168, 29%, 80%) and in CMYK 14%, 0%, 3%, 14%.
Is #bddbd5 considered a warm or cool color?
#bddbd5 is a decidedly cool color due to its strong blue-green base and gray undertones. This coolness gives it a clean, clinical feel, making it an excellent choice for wellness websites or minimalist design systems requiring a relaxed atmosphere.
Is #bddbd5 readable on white or black?
#bddbd5 has a 1.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.25:1 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.