#0897CC Hex Color
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This cool blue shade carries a sharp, professional weight that feels grounded and secure. Because it lacks extreme saturation, #0897cc works well for UI elements like buttons or status indicators where you need clarity without visual noise. It pairs unexpectedly well with deep charcoal or burnt orange. Black text on this hex code meets accessibility standards, making it a reliable choice for readable body content.
Questions about #0897cc
What is #0897cc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0897cc is rgb(8, 151, 204), in HSL hsl(196, 92%, 42%) and in CMYK 96%, 26%, 0%, 20%.
Which color combinations work best with #0897cc?
This blue pairs naturally with deep charcoal for a serious, grounded look or burnt orange for high-energy contrast. These combinations utilize the blue's lack of extreme saturation, allowing other colors to pop without creating jarring visual noise for the viewer.
Is #0897cc readable on white or black?
#0897cc has a 3.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.30:1 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.