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#2059DF — Cerulean

#2059DF is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 222° 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 #2059DF

Color schemes using #2059DF

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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#2059DF FAQ

What color is #2059DF?

#2059DF is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 222 degrees, 75% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #2059DF?

#2059DF is rgb(32, 89, 223) in RGB, hsl(222, 75%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(86%, 60%, 0%, 13%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #2059DF?

White text on this background reaches 5.91:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.56:1.

What colors go well with #2059DF?

Its direct complement is #DFA620. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #DF4620 and #B9DF20 gives you contrast without the vibration.