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#2D3D43
≈ Tempest In A Teapot
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On white
Aa
11.29:1
Passes AAA
On black
Aa
1.55:1
Fails AA
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Aa#FFFFFF(11.29:1)
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Normal vision#2D3D43
Protanopia#3A3C43
Deuteranopia#363943
Tritanopia#263F3F
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Open in scheme generator →Colors that go with Tempest In A Teapot
Tempest In A Teapot sits in the teal family. Pair it with coral, warm sand or a soft blush to warm up its coolness, or lean into its harmonies below for a ready-made scheme.
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Colour nameTempest In A Teapot#303A40ΔE 2.7CSS nameDarkslategray#2F4F4FΔE 8.8Web-safe#333333#333333ΔE 8.0
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Tempest In A Teapot — meaning & where to use it
Tempest In A Teapot is a deep, shadowy teal — it reads as cool, clean and modern. It's a natural fit for tech, healthcare and coastal, spa-like brands. To keep it balanced, pair it with coral, warm sand or a soft blush to warm up its coolness.
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