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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#383CA3 — Cerulean
#383CA3 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 238° 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 #383CA3
- f4f4fb
- d1d2ef
- aeafe3
- 8b8dd7
- 686bcb
- 4549bf
- 363a9f
- 2a2d7c
- 1e2059
- 121436
- 070713
Color schemes using #383CA3
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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#383CA3 FAQ
What color is #383CA3?
#383CA3 is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 238 degrees, 49% saturation and 43% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #383CA3?
#383CA3 is rgb(56, 60, 163) in RGB, hsl(238, 49%, 43%) in HSL, and cmyk(66%, 63%, 0%, 36%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #383CA3?
White text on this background reaches 8.96:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.34:1.
What colors go well with #383CA3?
Its direct complement is #A3A038. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #A36A38 and #71A338 gives you contrast without the vibration.