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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#4B61B9 — Cerulean
#4B61B9 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 228° 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 #4B61B9
- f4f5fb
- d2d8ee
- b0bae0
- 8f9cd3
- 6d7fc6
- 4b61b9
- 3c4e99
- 2f3d78
- 212c56
- 141b34
- 070912
Color schemes using #4B61B9
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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#4B61B9 FAQ
What color is #4B61B9?
#4B61B9 is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 228 degrees, 44% saturation and 51% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #4B61B9?
#4B61B9 is rgb(75, 97, 185) in RGB, hsl(228, 44%, 51%) in HSL, and cmyk(59%, 48%, 0%, 27%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #4B61B9?
White text on this background reaches 5.66:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.71:1.
What colors go well with #4B61B9?
Its direct complement is #B9A34B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B96C4B and #98B94B gives you contrast without the vibration.