#8979E2
Blue
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About #8979E2 Blue
#8979E2 is a blue color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 137 red, 121 green, and 226 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 249°, saturation of 64%, and lightness of 68%.
This color has a medium lightness value, making it a balanced tone ideal for both text and UI elements. With moderate saturation, it appears balanced and versatile.
CSS Code
Use #8979E2 in your CSS, SCSS, or Tailwind projects.
Color Properties
249°
Hue
64%
Saturation
68%
Lightness
Blue
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #8979E2 based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #8979E2 against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#8979E2 on White
Contrast Ratio3.56:1
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Aa#8979E2 on Black
Contrast Ratio5.9:1
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Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #8979E2 across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #8979E2 |
| RGB | rgb(137, 121, 226) |
| HSL | hsl(249, 64%, 68%) |
| RGB Decimal | 137, 121, 226 |
| RGB Percent | 53.7%, 47.5%, 88.6% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 39%, 46%, 0%, 11% |
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