analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#0505CC — Navy
#0505CC is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 240° 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.
#0505cc
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Tints and shades of #0505CC
- f0f0ff
- c2c2fd
- 9595fc
- 6767fb
- 3939fa
- 0b0bf9
- 0505d0
- 0404a2
- 030374
- 020247
- 010119
Color schemes using #0505CC
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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#0505CC FAQ
What color is #0505CC?
#0505CC is a shade of navy in the blue family. It has a hue of 240 degrees, 95% saturation and 41% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #0505CC?
#0505CC is rgb(5, 5, 204) in RGB, hsl(240, 95%, 41%) in HSL, and cmyk(98%, 98%, 0%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #0505CC?
White text on this background reaches 11.05:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.9:1.
What colors go well with #0505CC?
Its direct complement is #CCCC05. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #CC6905 and #69CC05 gives you contrast without the vibration.