analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#453D71 — Graphite
#453D71 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 249° 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 #453D71
- f6f5fa
- d9d7e9
- bdb8d9
- a19ac8
- 847bb8
- 685da8
- 544b8b
- 423a6c
- 2f2a4e
- 1d192f
- 0a0911
Color schemes using #453D71
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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#453D71 FAQ
What color is #453D71?
#453D71 is a shade of graphite in the blue family. It has a hue of 249 degrees, 30% saturation and 34% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #453D71?
#453D71 is rgb(69, 61, 113) in RGB, hsl(249, 30%, 34%) in HSL, and cmyk(39%, 46%, 0%, 56%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #453D71?
White text on this background reaches 9.73:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.16:1.
What colors go well with #453D71?
Its direct complement is #69713D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #715F3D and #4F713D gives you contrast without the vibration.