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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2E418E — Cobalt
#2E418E is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 228° 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 #2E418E
- f3f5fb
- d0d6f0
- adb8e4
- 8999d9
- 667acd
- 425cc2
- 344aa1
- 293a7e
- 1d295a
- 121937
- 060913
Color schemes using #2E418E
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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#2E418E FAQ
What color is #2E418E?
#2E418E is a shade of cobalt in the blue family. It has a hue of 228 degrees, 51% saturation and 37% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2E418E?
#2E418E is rgb(46, 65, 142) in RGB, hsl(228, 51%, 37%) in HSL, and cmyk(68%, 54%, 0%, 44%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2E418E?
White text on this background reaches 9.28:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.26:1.
What colors go well with #2E418E?
Its direct complement is #8E7B2E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #8E4B2E and #728E2E gives you contrast without the vibration.