#89AAD3 Hex Color
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Muted and lightly gray, #89aad3 is a cool, dusty blue with a soft pastel finish. Its low saturation creates a calm, dependable feel for healthcare, finance, security, and spring-themed interfaces. Use it as a dominant background with dark navy or charcoal details; black text reaches about 8.8:1 contrast. The hex code is #89aad3.
Questions about #89aad3
What is #89aad3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #89aad3 is rgb(137, 170, 211), in HSL hsl(213, 46%, 68%) and in CMYK 35%, 19%, 0%, 17%.
What colors pair well with #89aad3?
#89aad3 pairs well with navy or charcoal for readable contrast, while white keeps layouts airy; muted accents such as terracotta add warmth without overpowering its dusty blue character.
Does #89aad3 look warm or cool?
#89aad3 reads as a cool color because its blue base and gray cast create a subdued, slightly distant appearance rather than the warmth associated with yellow, orange, or red undertones.
Is #89aad3 readable on white or black?
#89aad3 has a 2.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.75:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.