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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2657A1 — Cerulean
#2657A1 is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 216° 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 #2657A1
- f3f6fc
- cddcf3
- a7c2ea
- 81a7e1
- 5b8dd8
- 3573d0
- 295dad
- 204987
- 173461
- 0e203b
- 050b15
Color schemes using #2657A1
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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#2657A1 FAQ
What color is #2657A1?
#2657A1 is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 216 degrees, 62% saturation and 39% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2657A1?
#2657A1 is rgb(38, 87, 161) in RGB, hsl(216, 62%, 39%) in HSL, and cmyk(76%, 46%, 0%, 37%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2657A1?
White text on this background reaches 7.09:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.96:1.
What colors go well with #2657A1?
Its direct complement is #A17026. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #A13226 and #95A126 gives you contrast without the vibration.