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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2979FA — Azure
#2979FA is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 217° 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 #2979FA
- f0f6ff
- c2d9fd
- 95bcfc
- 67a0fb
- 3983fa
- 0b66f9
- 0553d0
- 0441a2
- 032e74
- 021c47
- 010a19
Color schemes using #2979FA
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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#2979FA FAQ
What color is #2979FA?
#2979FA is a shade of azure in the blue family. It has a hue of 217 degrees, 95% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2979FA?
#2979FA is rgb(41, 121, 250) in RGB, hsl(217, 95%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(84%, 52%, 0%, 2%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2979FA?
White text on this background reaches 4.03:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.21:1.
What colors go well with #2979FA?
Its direct complement is #FAAA29. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #FA4129 and #E1FA29 gives you contrast without the vibration.