analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2C4ADD — Cerulean
#2C4ADD is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 230° 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.
#2c4add
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Tints and shades of #2C4ADD
- f2f4fd
- c9d1f6
- a1aef0
- 798ce9
- 5069e3
- 2846dc
- 1e37b7
- 172b8f
- 111f67
- 0a133e
- 040716
Color schemes using #2C4ADD
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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#2C4ADD FAQ
What color is #2C4ADD?
#2C4ADD is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 230 degrees, 72% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2C4ADD?
#2C4ADD is rgb(44, 74, 221) in RGB, hsl(230, 72%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(80%, 67%, 0%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2C4ADD?
White text on this background reaches 6.71:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.13:1.
What colors go well with #2C4ADD?
Its direct complement is #DDBF2C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #DD672C and #A2DD2C gives you contrast without the vibration.