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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#474CB7 — Cerulean
#474CB7 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 237° 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 #474CB7
- f4f4fb
- d2d4ee
- b0b3e0
- 8f92d3
- 6d71c6
- 4b51b9
- 3c4099
- 2f3278
- 212456
- 141634
- 070812
Color schemes using #474CB7
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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#474CB7 FAQ
What color is #474CB7?
#474CB7 is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 237 degrees, 44% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #474CB7?
#474CB7 is rgb(71, 76, 183) in RGB, hsl(237, 44%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(61%, 58%, 0%, 28%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #474CB7?
White text on this background reaches 7.03:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.99:1.
What colors go well with #474CB7?
Its direct complement is #B8B247. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B87A47 and #85B847 gives you contrast without the vibration.