#49B69D color code insights

All the conversions, harmonies, and accessibility checks you need to design with confidence.

RGB:rgb(73, 182, 157)

HSL:hsl(166, 43%, 50%)

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HEX

#49B69D

RGB

73, 182, 157

HSL

166°, 43%, 50%

HSV

166°, 60%, 71%

CMYK

60%, 0%, 14%, 29%

Color Conversion

Generate values across multiple color models in one place.

HEXHue (166°)Saturation (43%)Lightness (50%)

#49B69D

≈≈ Steel Blue

Reference color cards

Lower ΔE means a closer visual match

Tints & shades

Explore how #49B69D behaves when you mix it with white or black. These swatches are perfect for hover states, shadows, and backgrounds.

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Shades

0–100%

0%#49B69D

10%#41A48D

20%#3A927D

30%#33806E

40%#2C6D5E

50%#245B4E

60%#1D493F

70%#16372F

80%#0F241F

90%#071210

100%#000000

Tints

0–100%

0%#49B69D

10%#5BBEA7

20%#6DC5B0

30%#7FCCBA

40%#92D3C4

50%#A4DBCE

60%#B6E2D8

70%#C8E9E2

80%#DBF0EB

90%#EDF8F5

100%#FFFFFF

Common use cases

UI component states (hover, active, disabled)
Creating depth with shadows and highlights
Building consistent color systems

Design system

Design system tip

These variations form the foundation of a cohesive palette. Export them to keep marketing, product, and engineering aligned.

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Color harmonies

Build balanced palettes instantly with harmonies generated from #49B69D.

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How to use

Pick one dominant color, then let supporting hues act as accents for typography, surfaces, and call-to-action buttons.

Why it matters

Balanced harmonies communicate intent—calm, energetic, premium—without overwhelming your layout.

Complementary

Opposite hues that create impact and bold contrast.

Best for

High-impact CTAs, logos, and hero sections

Analogous

Neighboring hues for natural, fluid gradients.

Best for

Nature-inspired, calming dashboards

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues for playful balance.

Best for

Playful branding and editorial layouts

Tetradic

Two complementary pairs that deliver rich variety.

Best for

Illustrations and marketing experiments

Monochromatic

Lighter and darker siblings inside the same hue family.

Best for

Minimalist interfaces and premium UI states

Accessibility contrast

Check how readable #49B69D is with common text colors so every visitor enjoys a clear experience.

Use AA as the baseline for body copy and AAA for premium accessibility.

Sample text on black text

Text color#000000

Background#49B69D

Contrast ratio8.46:1

WCAG levelAAA

Sample text on white text

Text color#FFFFFF

Background#49B69D

Contrast ratio2.48:1

WCAG levelFail

Recommended text preview

Text color#000000

Background#49B69D

Contrast ratio8.46:1

WCAG levelAAA

Technical Formats

Unlock pro color spaces like XYZ, LAB, CMYK variants, and export-ready profiles.

Practical Formats

Get print simulations, LED mappings, and developer-ready byte orders.

Color Analysis

Dive into spectral data, dominance reports, and advanced analytics.

Blindness Simulator

Preview how #49B69D appears across common color-vision deficiencies.

Creative Aspects

Explore seasonal associations, emotional cues, and natural occurrences.

Design guidance

Balance

Treat #49B69D as a highlight. Pair it with neutrals and one supporting hue to avoid visual overload.

Contrast

Test combinations with real content. Higher contrast improves scanning, readability, and conversions.

Harmony

Use lighter tints for surfaces, the base color for primaries, and darker shades for hover or pressed states.

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