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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#514DC7 — Slate Blue
#514DC7 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 242° 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 #514DC7
- f4f3fb
- d1d0f0
- aeace5
- 8b88da
- 6865ce
- 4541c3
- 3733a2
- 2b287e
- 1f1d5b
- 131137
- 070613
Color schemes using #514DC7
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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#514DC7 FAQ
What color is #514DC7?
#514DC7 is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 242 degrees, 52% saturation and 54% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #514DC7?
#514DC7 is rgb(81, 77, 199) in RGB, hsl(242, 52%, 54%) in HSL, and cmyk(59%, 61%, 0%, 22%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #514DC7?
White text on this background reaches 6.49:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.24:1.
What colors go well with #514DC7?
Its direct complement is #C3C74D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #C78E4D and #86C74D gives you contrast without the vibration.