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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#3933DB — Cerulean
#3933DB is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 242° 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 #3933DB
- f2f2fd
- cccaf6
- a5a2ef
- 7e7ae8
- 5752e1
- 302bda
- 2520b5
- 1d198d
- 151265
- 0d0b3e
- 040416
Color schemes using #3933DB
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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#3933DB FAQ
What color is #3933DB?
#3933DB is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 242 degrees, 70% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #3933DB?
#3933DB is rgb(57, 51, 219) in RGB, hsl(242, 70%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(74%, 77%, 0%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #3933DB?
White text on this background reaches 7.86:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.67:1.
What colors go well with #3933DB?
Its direct complement is #D5DB33. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #DB8D33 and #82DB33 gives you contrast without the vibration.