slategray

#6B8E89

MutedNeutral

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB107, 142, 137
CMYK25, 0, 4, 44
HSL171°, 14%, 49%
LAB56, -14, -2
Closest Library Match
slate-50094% Match

Readability

3.58On WhiteFAIL
5.85On BlackPASS AA

For optimal readability, use Black text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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rich
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About #6B8E89

The hexadecimal color code #6B8E89 is a medium, desaturated shade of Teal (known as slategray). In the RGB color model, #6B8E89 is comprised of 107 red, 142 green, and 137 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 171 degrees, a saturation of 14%, and a lightness of 49%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 531 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create desaturated Teal atmospheres. Designers searching for Teal color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #6B8E89.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind