COLOR
#9ECCD4
≈ Wave
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On white
Aa
1.74:1
Fails AA
On black
Aa
10.03:1
Passes AAA
Best text on this color
Aa#1C1916(10.03:1)
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Normal vision#9ECCD4
Protanopia#C4C8D5
Deuteranopia#BBC1D4
Tritanopia#8DD0CE
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Colors that go with Wave
Wave 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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Pantone & RAL matches are coming soon — those libraries aren't openly licensed for redistribution.
Wave — meaning & where to use it
Wave 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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