#98B8E2 Hex Color
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Soft and cool, #98b8e2 is a pale, dusty blue with gray undertones and very low saturation. Its lightness creates a gentle, trustworthy feel suited to healthcare, finance, baby products, and spring-themed layouts. Use it as a supporting background with navy or charcoal accents; black text remains highly readable and meets WCAG AA for body copy. The hex code is #98b8e2.
Questions about #98b8e2
What is #98b8e2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #98b8e2 is rgb(152, 184, 226), in HSL hsl(214, 56%, 74%) and in CMYK 33%, 19%, 0%, 11%.
What colors pair well with #98b8e2?
Navy, charcoal, and muted complementary orange tones pair well with #98b8e2, creating readable contrast while preserving its calm character; use white for light, spacious layouts and darker accents when text or controls need stronger definition.
Does #98b8e2 read as warm or cool?
#98b8e2 reads as cool because its pale blue base and gray undertones reduce warmth, giving it a calm, clean appearance that suits healthcare interfaces, financial layouts, and spring-inspired designs well.
Is #98b8e2 readable on white or black?
#98b8e2 has a 2.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.28:1 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.