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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#40657D — Slate
#40657D is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 204° 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 #40657D
- f5f8fa
- d6e2ea
- b7ccda
- 98b6ca
- 79a0ba
- 5a8aaa
- 48718d
- 39586e
- 293f4f
- 192730
- 090e11
Color schemes using #40657D
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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#40657D FAQ
What color is #40657D?
#40657D is a shade of slate in the blue family. It has a hue of 204 degrees, 32% saturation and 37% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #40657D?
#40657D is rgb(64, 101, 125) in RGB, hsl(204, 32%, 37%) in HSL, and cmyk(49%, 19%, 0%, 51%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #40657D?
White text on this background reaches 6.22:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.38:1.
What colors go well with #40657D?
Its direct complement is #7D5840. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #7D4046 and #7D7740 gives you contrast without the vibration.