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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#5673BD — Steel Blue
#5673BD is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 223° 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 #5673BD
- f4f6fb
- d2daee
- b0bee0
- 8fa2d3
- 6d86c6
- 4b6ab9
- 3c5699
- 2f4378
- 213056
- 141d34
- 070a12
Color schemes using #5673BD
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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#5673BD FAQ
What color is #5673BD?
#5673BD is a shade of steel blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 223 degrees, 44% saturation and 54% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #5673BD?
#5673BD is rgb(86, 115, 189) in RGB, hsl(223, 44%, 54%) in HSL, and cmyk(54%, 39%, 0%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #5673BD?
White text on this background reaches 4.58:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.58:1.
What colors go well with #5673BD?
Its direct complement is #BDA056. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BD6C56 and #A7BD56 gives you contrast without the vibration.