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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#3167DD — Cerulean
#3167DD is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 221° 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 #3167DD
- f2f5fd
- c9d8f6
- a1baf0
- 799ce9
- 507fe3
- 2861dc
- 1e4eb7
- 173d8f
- 112c67
- 0a1b3e
- 040916
Color schemes using #3167DD
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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#3167DD FAQ
What color is #3167DD?
#3167DD is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 221 degrees, 72% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #3167DD?
#3167DD is rgb(49, 103, 221) in RGB, hsl(221, 72%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(78%, 53%, 0%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #3167DD?
White text on this background reaches 5.1:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.11:1.
What colors go well with #3167DD?
Its direct complement is #DDA731. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #DD5031 and #BEDD31 gives you contrast without the vibration.