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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#4B4EA0 — Cerulean
#4B4EA0 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 #4B4EA0
- f5f5fa
- d5d5eb
- b5b6dc
- 9597cd
- 7577be
- 5558af
- 444791
- 353771
- 262851
- 171831
- 080811
Color schemes using #4B4EA0
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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#4B4EA0 FAQ
What color is #4B4EA0?
#4B4EA0 is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 238 degrees, 36% saturation and 46% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #4B4EA0?
#4B4EA0 is rgb(75, 78, 160) in RGB, hsl(238, 36%, 46%) in HSL, and cmyk(53%, 51%, 0%, 37%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #4B4EA0?
White text on this background reaches 7.25:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.9:1.
What colors go well with #4B4EA0?
Its direct complement is #A09D4B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #A0724B and #78A04B gives you contrast without the vibration.