#0089FF Hex Color
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This high-saturation shade is a loud, punchy blue that commands attention. Because of its intensity, #0089ff functions best as a UI accent or call-to-action button rather than a primary background color. It pairs surprisingly well with muted grays or charcoals to temper its brightness. If you are learning how to make blue shades like this, keep in mind that black text offers excellent contrast here.
Questions about #0089ff
What is #0089ff in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0089ff is rgb(0, 137, 255), in HSL hsl(208, 100%, 50%) and in CMYK 100%, 46%, 0%, 0%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #0089ff?
Because #0089ff is so intense, it works best when paired with neutral backgrounds like charcoal or soft light grays. Using this blue alongside muted, desaturated tones prevents visual fatigue while ensuring your primary action buttons remain highly visible and punchy.
Is #0089ff a good choice for text?
Using #0089ff for body text is generally not recommended as its high saturation can create readability issues and strain the eyes. For the best accessibility and usability, use this bright blue as an accent color and stick to high-contrast black or slate text.
Is #0089ff readable on white or black?
#0089ff has a 3.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.02:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.