Pewter

Q: How do I use #89A99D in CSS?

You can use #89A99D in CSS with: background-color: #89A99D; or color: #89A99D; or as an RGB value: rgb(137, 169, 157). For print design, use CMYK: 19%, 0%, 7%, 34%.

#89A99D

Pewter is a cool light color with the hex code #89A99D. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 137, 169, 157 in digital design or CMYK 19%, 0%, 7%, 34% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Pewter Color Values

HEX: #89A99D
RGB: 137, 169, 157
HSL: 158°, 16%, 60%
CMYK: 19, 0, 7, 34

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Pewter sits at 158° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 16% saturation and 60% lightness, this muted light hue provides subtle, elegant backgrounds.

In digital design, cool colors like Pewter work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Pewter in print, the CMYK breakdown of 19%, 0%, 7%, 34% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Pewter

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #89A99D;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 137, 169, 157;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#89A99D',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 19%
M: 0%
Y: 7%
K: 34%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(137, 169, 157)
rgba(137, 169, 157, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

7 brand s with colors near 158° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #89A99D?

#89A99D is Pewter, a cool light color with RGB values of 137, 169, 157. It has a hue of 158°, 16% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #89A99D?

The RGB color code for #89A99D is rgb(137, 169, 157). This means it contains 137 red, 169 green, and 157 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Pewter a warm or cool color?

Pewter (#89A99D) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #89A99D in CSS?

You can use #89A99D in CSS with: background-color: #89A99D; or color: #89A99D; or as an RGB value: rgb(137, 169, 157). For print design, use CMYK: 19%, 0%, 7%, 34%.