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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#042DD2 — Cobalt
#042DD2 is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 228° 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 #042DD2
- f0f3ff
- c2cefe
- 94a9fd
- 6684fc
- 385ffb
- 0a3afa
- 042dd1
- 0323a3
- 021975
- 010f47
- 010519
Color schemes using #042DD2
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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#042DD2 FAQ
What color is #042DD2?
#042DD2 is a shade of cobalt in the blue family. It has a hue of 228 degrees, 96% saturation and 42% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #042DD2?
#042DD2 is rgb(4, 45, 210) in RGB, hsl(228, 96%, 42%) in HSL, and cmyk(98%, 79%, 0%, 18%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #042DD2?
White text on this background reaches 9.09:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.31:1.
What colors go well with #042DD2?
Its direct complement is #D2A904. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #D24204 and #94D204 gives you contrast without the vibration.