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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#434BB1 — Cerulean
#434BB1 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 236° 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 #434BB1
- f4f4fb
- d2d4ee
- b0b3e1
- 8e93d4
- 6c72c7
- 4a51ba
- 3b419b
- 2e3379
- 212457
- 141635
- 070812
Color schemes using #434BB1
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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#434BB1 FAQ
What color is #434BB1?
#434BB1 is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 236 degrees, 45% saturation and 48% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #434BB1?
#434BB1 is rgb(67, 75, 177) in RGB, hsl(236, 45%, 48%) in HSL, and cmyk(62%, 58%, 0%, 31%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #434BB1?
White text on this background reaches 7.29:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.88:1.
What colors go well with #434BB1?
Its direct complement is #B1AA43. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B17343 and #82B143 gives you contrast without the vibration.