analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#050CEB — Cobalt
#050CEB is a mid-tone 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 #050CEB
- f0f0ff
- c2c4fe
- 9498fd
- 666bfc
- 383ffb
- 0a12fa
- 040bd1
- 0309a3
- 020675
- 010447
- 010119
Color schemes using #050CEB
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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#050CEB FAQ
What color is #050CEB?
#050CEB is a shade of cobalt in the blue family. It has a hue of 238 degrees, 96% saturation and 47% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #050CEB?
#050CEB is rgb(5, 12, 235) in RGB, hsl(238, 96%, 47%) in HSL, and cmyk(98%, 95%, 0%, 8%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #050CEB?
White text on this background reaches 9.3:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.26:1.
What colors go well with #050CEB?
Its direct complement is #EBE305. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #EB7005 and #80EB05 gives you contrast without the vibration.