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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#528EBC — Steel Blue
#528EBC is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 206° 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 #528EBC
- f4f8fb
- d2e2ee
- b0cce0
- 8fb6d3
- 6d9fc6
- 4b89b9
- 3c7199
- 2f5878
- 213f56
- 142634
- 070d12
Color schemes using #528EBC
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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#528EBC FAQ
What color is #528EBC?
#528EBC is a shade of steel blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 206 degrees, 44% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #528EBC?
#528EBC is rgb(82, 142, 188) in RGB, hsl(206, 44%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(56%, 24%, 0%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #528EBC?
White text on this background reaches 3.53:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.95:1.
What colors go well with #528EBC?
Its direct complement is #BC8052. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BC5259 and #BCB552 gives you contrast without the vibration.