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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#4C7DBD — Steel Blue
#4C7DBD is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 214° 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 #4C7DBD
- f4f7fb
- d2deee
- afc5e2
- 8dacd5
- 6b93c8
- 497abc
- 3a649c
- 2d4e79
- 203857
- 142235
- 070c13
Color schemes using #4C7DBD
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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#4C7DBD FAQ
What color is #4C7DBD?
#4C7DBD is a shade of steel blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 214 degrees, 46% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #4C7DBD?
#4C7DBD is rgb(76, 125, 189) in RGB, hsl(214, 46%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(60%, 34%, 0%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #4C7DBD?
White text on this background reaches 4.22:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.98:1.
What colors go well with #4C7DBD?
Its direct complement is #BD8C4C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BD544C and #B5BD4C gives you contrast without the vibration.