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#0816DD — Cobalt

#0816DD is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 236° 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 #0816DD

Color schemes using #0816DD

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#0816DD FAQ

What color is #0816DD?

#0816DD is a shade of cobalt in the blue family. It has a hue of 236 degrees, 93% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #0816DD?

#0816DD is rgb(8, 22, 221) in RGB, hsl(236, 93%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(96%, 90%, 0%, 13%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #0816DD?

White text on this background reaches 9.68:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.17:1.

What colors go well with #0816DD?

Its direct complement is #DDCF08. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #DD6508 and #81DD08 gives you contrast without the vibration.