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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#445D9C — Cerulean
#445D9C is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 223° 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 #445D9C
- f4f6fa
- d4dbec
- b3bfde
- 93a4cf
- 7288c1
- 516db3
- 415994
- 334574
- 243253
- 161e32
- 080b12
Color schemes using #445D9C
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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#445D9C FAQ
What color is #445D9C?
#445D9C is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 223 degrees, 39% saturation and 44% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #445D9C?
#445D9C is rgb(68, 93, 156) in RGB, hsl(223, 39%, 44%) in HSL, and cmyk(56%, 40%, 0%, 39%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #445D9C?
White text on this background reaches 6.38:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.29:1.
What colors go well with #445D9C?
Its direct complement is #9C8344. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #9C5744 and #899C44 gives you contrast without the vibration.