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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2C9CB5 — Verdigris
#2C9CB5 is a mid-tone saturated teal sitting at 191° 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 #2C9CB5
- f3fafc
- cdecf3
- a7deea
- 81cfe1
- 5cc1d7
- 36b2ce
- 2a94ac
- 207386
- 175360
- 0e323a
- 051215
Color schemes using #2C9CB5
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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#2C9CB5 FAQ
What color is #2C9CB5?
#2C9CB5 is a shade of verdigris in the teal family. It has a hue of 191 degrees, 61% saturation and 44% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2C9CB5?
#2C9CB5 is rgb(44, 156, 181) in RGB, hsl(191, 61%, 44%) in HSL, and cmyk(76%, 14%, 0%, 29%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2C9CB5?
White text on this background reaches 3.22:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.53:1.
What colors go well with #2C9CB5?
Its direct complement is #B5452C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B52C57 and #B5892C gives you contrast without the vibration.