analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#255CCB — Cerulean
#255CCB is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 220° 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 #255CCB
- f2f6fd
- cad9f5
- a3bcee
- 7b9fe7
- 5382e0
- 2c65d8
- 2152b4
- 1a408c
- 122e65
- 0b1c3d
- 040a16
Color schemes using #255CCB
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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#255CCB FAQ
What color is #255CCB?
#255CCB is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 220 degrees, 69% saturation and 47% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #255CCB?
#255CCB is rgb(37, 92, 203) in RGB, hsl(220, 69%, 47%) in HSL, and cmyk(82%, 55%, 0%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #255CCB?
White text on this background reaches 6.05:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.47:1.
What colors go well with #255CCB?
Its direct complement is #CB9325. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #CB4125 and #AFCB25 gives you contrast without the vibration.