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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#1C6DB0 — Denim
#1C6DB0 is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 207° 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 #1C6DB0
- f2f8fd
- c9e2f7
- a1ccf0
- 78b7ea
- 4fa1e4
- 278bdd
- 1d72b8
- 165990
- 104067
- 0a273f
- 030e16
Color schemes using #1C6DB0
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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#1C6DB0 FAQ
What color is #1C6DB0?
#1C6DB0 is a shade of denim in the blue family. It has a hue of 207 degrees, 73% saturation and 40% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #1C6DB0?
#1C6DB0 is rgb(28, 109, 176) in RGB, hsl(207, 73%, 40%) in HSL, and cmyk(84%, 38%, 0%, 31%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #1C6DB0?
White text on this background reaches 5.44:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.86:1.
What colors go well with #1C6DB0?
Its direct complement is #B05F1C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B01C23 and #B0A91C gives you contrast without the vibration.