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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#39699D — Steel Blue
#39699D is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 211° 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 #39699D
- f4f7fb
- d1dfef
- afc8e2
- 8cb0d6
- 6a98c9
- 4780bd
- 38699d
- 2c527a
- 203b58
- 132435
- 070d13
Color schemes using #39699D
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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#39699D FAQ
What color is #39699D?
#39699D is a shade of steel blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 211 degrees, 47% saturation and 42% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #39699D?
#39699D is rgb(57, 105, 157) in RGB, hsl(211, 47%, 42%) in HSL, and cmyk(64%, 33%, 0%, 38%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #39699D?
White text on this background reaches 5.7:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.68:1.
What colors go well with #39699D?
Its direct complement is #9D6D39. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #9D3A39 and #9C9D39 gives you contrast without the vibration.