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#354045
≈ Tempest In A Teapot
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On white
Aa
10.66:1
Passes AAA
On black
Aa
1.64:1
Fails AA
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Aa#FFFFFF(10.66:1)
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Normal vision#354045
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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 2.1CSS nameDarkslategray#2F4F4FΔE 9.5Web-safe#333333#333333ΔE 6.8
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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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