#97ABFF Hex Color
A bright cool indigo with periwinkle charm
The hex code #97abff represents a bright, cool indigo that leans toward periwinkle. This shade works well as a background for clean, modern interfaces because black text remains highly readable over it. If you are learning how to make pink, use this blue to create soft, contrasting gradients. It feels fresh and youthful, making it suitable for light, airy designs rather than heavy, dark layouts.
Questions about #97abff
What is #97abff in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #97abff is rgb(151, 171, 255), in HSL hsl(228, 100%, 80%) and in CMYK 41%, 33%, 0%, 0%.
What colors pair best with #97abff in a UI design?
Pair #97abff with charcoal or deep navy for high-contrast, readable text, or use soft creams and light grays to maintain an airy, modern aesthetic. Its cool periwinkle undertones also harmonize beautifully with muted coral accents for a youthful, balanced interface.
Is #97abff readable on white or black?
#97abff has a 2.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.58:1 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.