#0C89A3 Hex Color
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Cool and cyan, #0c89a3 functions best as a dominant base or a strong supporting tone for tech and productivity interfaces. Its muted, unsaturated character keeps designs from feeling overstimulating. Because this shade offers a 5.1:1 contrast ratio with black, it remains accessible for small body text. If you want to ground this bright tone, consider mixing gray into your palette to balance the intensity.
Questions about #0c89a3
What is #0c89a3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0c89a3 is rgb(12, 137, 163), in HSL hsl(190, 86%, 34%) and in CMYK 93%, 16%, 0%, 36%.
What colors pair best with #0c89a3?
This color anchors well against neutral grays to balance its intensity in professional layouts. It creates a harmonious, modern look when paired with charcoal for high-contrast UI elements or soft off-whites for a clean, minimalist background aesthetic.
Is #0c89a3 readable on white or black?
#0c89a3 has a 4.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.12:1 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.