COLOR
#9FB7C1
≈ Shallow Sea
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On white
Aa
2.10:1
Fails AA
On black
Aa
8.35:1
Passes AAA
Best text on this color
Aa#1C1916(8.35:1)
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Normal vision#9FB7C1
Protanopia#B1B6C2
Deuteranopia#ACB1C1
Tritanopia#96BABA
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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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Pantone & RAL matches are coming soon — those libraries aren't openly licensed for redistribution.
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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