analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#1517A8 — Navy
#1517A8 is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 239° 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.
#1517a8
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Tints and shades of #1517A8
- f1f2fd
- c8c8f8
- 9e9ff3
- 7476ee
- 4a4de9
- 2124e4
- 171abe
- 121494
- 0d0f6a
- 080940
- 030317
Color schemes using #1517A8
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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#1517A8 FAQ
What color is #1517A8?
#1517A8 is a shade of navy in the blue family. It has a hue of 239 degrees, 78% saturation and 37% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #1517A8?
#1517A8 is rgb(21, 23, 168) in RGB, hsl(239, 78%, 37%) in HSL, and cmyk(87%, 86%, 0%, 34%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #1517A8?
White text on this background reaches 12.21:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.72:1.
What colors go well with #1517A8?
Its direct complement is #A8A515. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #A85C15 and #61A815 gives you contrast without the vibration.