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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#898ABE — Pewter
#898ABE is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 239° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #898ABE
- f5f5fa
- d7d7e9
- b9b9d8
- 9a9bc8
- 7c7db7
- 5e5fa6
- 4c4d8a
- 3b3c6b
- 2a2b4d
- 1a1a2f
- 090910
Color schemes using #898ABE
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#898ABE FAQ
What color is #898ABE?
#898ABE is a shade of pewter in the blue family. It has a hue of 239 degrees, 29% saturation and 64% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #898ABE?
#898ABE is rgb(137, 138, 190) in RGB, hsl(239, 29%, 64%) in HSL, and cmyk(28%, 27%, 0%, 25%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #898ABE?
White text on this background reaches 3.26:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.44:1.
What colors go well with #898ABE?
Its direct complement is #BEBD89. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BEA289 and #A4BE89 gives you contrast without the vibration.