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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#555EBD — Slate Blue
#555EBD is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 235° 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 #555EBD
- f4f5fb
- d2d4ee
- b0b4e0
- 8f94d3
- 6d74c6
- 4b54b9
- 3c4499
- 2f3578
- 212656
- 141734
- 070812
Color schemes using #555EBD
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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#555EBD FAQ
What color is #555EBD?
#555EBD is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 235 degrees, 44% saturation and 54% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #555EBD?
#555EBD is rgb(85, 94, 189) in RGB, hsl(235, 44%, 54%) in HSL, and cmyk(55%, 50%, 0%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #555EBD?
White text on this background reaches 5.64:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.72:1.
What colors go well with #555EBD?
Its direct complement is #BDB556. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BD8156 and #92BD56 gives you contrast without the vibration.