analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2D2DBE — Cerulean
#2D2DBE is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 240° 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.
#2d2dbe
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Tints and shades of #2D2DBE
- f3f3fc
- cdcdf3
- a7a7ea
- 8181e1
- 5b5bd8
- 3535d0
- 2929ad
- 202087
- 171761
- 0e0e3b
- 050515
Color schemes using #2D2DBE
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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#2D2DBE FAQ
What color is #2D2DBE?
#2D2DBE is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 240 degrees, 62% saturation and 46% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2D2DBE?
#2D2DBE is rgb(45, 45, 190) in RGB, hsl(240, 62%, 46%) in HSL, and cmyk(76%, 76%, 0%, 25%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2D2DBE?
White text on this background reaches 9.42:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.23:1.
What colors go well with #2D2DBE?
Its direct complement is #BEBE2D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BE752D and #75BE2D gives you contrast without the vibration.