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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#4B4D91 — Cerulean
#4B4D91 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 238° 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 #4B4D91
- f5f5fa
- d6d7ea
- b7b8da
- 989aca
- 797bba
- 5a5daa
- 484b8d
- 393a6e
- 292a4f
- 191930
- 090911
Color schemes using #4B4D91
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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#4B4D91 FAQ
What color is #4B4D91?
#4B4D91 is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 238 degrees, 32% saturation and 43% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #4B4D91?
#4B4D91 is rgb(75, 77, 145) in RGB, hsl(238, 32%, 43%) in HSL, and cmyk(48%, 47%, 0%, 43%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #4B4D91?
White text on this background reaches 7.58:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.77:1.
What colors go well with #4B4D91?
Its direct complement is #918E4B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #916B4B and #70914B gives you contrast without the vibration.