#0097AA Hex Color
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#0097aa is a punchy, mid-tone cyan with a cool, intellectual edge. Because it sits comfortably between blue and green, it avoids feeling overly sterile. This hex code works best as a vibrant accent color to break up neutral palettes, rather than a full background. Pair it with soft warm grays to let its saturated, refreshing character stand out in your interface or branding designs.
Questions about #0097aa
What is #0097aa in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0097aa is rgb(0, 151, 170), in HSL hsl(187, 100%, 33%) and in CMYK 100%, 11%, 0%, 33%.
What colors pair well with #0097aa?
#0097aa thrives when paired with soft, warm grays that balance its intensity without competing for attention. For a sophisticated contrast, try using it alongside a deep charcoal or a creamy off-white to let the saturation stand out as a primary focal point.
Is #0097aa considered a cool or warm color?
#0097aa is firmly a cool-toned shade, sitting at the intersection of blue and green on the color wheel. Its high saturation and cyan base give it a sharp, crisp feeling that reads much colder than warmer teals or aquas.
Is #0097aa readable on white or black?
#0097aa has a 3.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.00:1 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.