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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#5259BC — Slate Blue
#5259BC is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 236° 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 #5259BC
- f4f4fb
- d2d4ee
- b0b4e0
- 8f93d3
- 6d73c6
- 4b52b9
- 3c4299
- 2f3378
- 212556
- 141634
- 070812
Color schemes using #5259BC
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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#5259BC FAQ
What color is #5259BC?
#5259BC is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 236 degrees, 44% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #5259BC?
#5259BC is rgb(82, 89, 188) in RGB, hsl(236, 44%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(56%, 53%, 0%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #5259BC?
White text on this background reaches 5.98:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.51:1.
What colors go well with #5259BC?
Its direct complement is #BCB552. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BC8052 and #8EBC52 gives you contrast without the vibration.