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#2A51DF — Cerulean
#2A51DF is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 227° 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 #2A51DF
- f2f4fd
- c9d3f7
- a0b2f1
- 7790eb
- 4e6fe5
- 264edf
- 1c3eb9
- 163091
- 102368
- 09153f
- 030716
Color schemes using #2A51DF
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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#2A51DF FAQ
What color is #2A51DF?
#2A51DF is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 227 degrees, 74% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2A51DF?
#2A51DF is rgb(42, 81, 223) in RGB, hsl(227, 74%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(81%, 64%, 0%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A51DF?
White text on this background reaches 6.29:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.34:1.
What colors go well with #2A51DF?
Its direct complement is #DFB82A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #DF5D2A and #ACDF2A gives you contrast without the vibration.