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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#241EDC — Cerulean
#241EDC is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 242° 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 #241EDC
- f2f2fd
- cac8f8
- a29ff2
- 7a76ec
- 524ce7
- 2923e1
- 1f1abc
- 181492
- 110e69
- 0b0940
- 040316
Color schemes using #241EDC
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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#241EDC FAQ
What color is #241EDC?
#241EDC is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 242 degrees, 76% saturation and 49% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #241EDC?
#241EDC is rgb(36, 30, 220) in RGB, hsl(242, 76%, 49%) in HSL, and cmyk(84%, 86%, 0%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #241EDC?
White text on this background reaches 9.15:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.29:1.
What colors go well with #241EDC?
Its direct complement is #D6DC1E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #DC831E and #77DC1E gives you contrast without the vibration.