COLOR
#96ACB5
≈ Shallow Sea
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On white
Aa
2.37:1
Fails AA
On black
Aa
7.39:1
Passes AAA
Best text on this color
Aa#1C1916(7.39:1)
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Normal vision#96ACB5
Protanopia#A7ABB6
Deuteranopia#A2A7B5
Tritanopia#8EAFAF
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Colors that go with Shallow Sea
Shallow Sea 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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Shallow Sea — meaning & where to use it
Shallow Sea is a bright 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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