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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#5533DB — Slate Blue
#5533DB is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 252° 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 #5533DB
- f4f2fd
- d3caf6
- b2a2ef
- 907ae8
- 6f52e1
- 4e2bda
- 3e20b5
- 30198d
- 231265
- 150b3e
- 070416
Color schemes using #5533DB
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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#5533DB FAQ
What color is #5533DB?
#5533DB is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 252 degrees, 70% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #5533DB?
#5533DB is rgb(85, 51, 219) in RGB, hsl(252, 70%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(61%, 77%, 0%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #5533DB?
White text on this background reaches 7.28:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.88:1.
What colors go well with #5533DB?
Its direct complement is #B9DB33. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #DBA933 and #66DB33 gives you contrast without the vibration.