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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#898BBE — Pewter
#898BBE is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 238° 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 #898BBE
- f5f5fa
- d7d7e9
- b9bad8
- 9a9cc8
- 7c7eb7
- 5e60a6
- 4c4e8a
- 3b3d6b
- 2a2c4d
- 1a1a2f
- 090910
Color schemes using #898BBE
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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#898BBE FAQ
What color is #898BBE?
#898BBE is a shade of pewter in the blue family. It has a hue of 238 degrees, 29% saturation and 64% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #898BBE?
#898BBE is rgb(137, 139, 190) in RGB, hsl(238, 29%, 64%) in HSL, and cmyk(28%, 27%, 0%, 25%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #898BBE?
White text on this background reaches 3.23:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.5:1.
What colors go well with #898BBE?
Its direct complement is #BEBC89. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BEA189 and #A5BE89 gives you contrast without the vibration.