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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#1A7EAD — Denim
#1A7EAD is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 199° 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 #1A7EAD
- f2f9fd
- c9e8f7
- a0d7f1
- 77c6eb
- 4eb5e5
- 26a4df
- 1c88b9
- 166a91
- 104c68
- 092e3f
- 031016
Color schemes using #1A7EAD
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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#1A7EAD FAQ
What color is #1A7EAD?
#1A7EAD is a shade of denim in the blue family. It has a hue of 199 degrees, 74% saturation and 39% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #1A7EAD?
#1A7EAD is rgb(26, 126, 173) in RGB, hsl(199, 74%, 39%) in HSL, and cmyk(85%, 27%, 0%, 32%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #1A7EAD?
White text on this background reaches 4.53:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.63:1.
What colors go well with #1A7EAD?
Its direct complement is #AD481A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #AD1A35 and #AD921A gives you contrast without the vibration.