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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#5D49CA — Slate Blue
#5D49CA is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 249° 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 #5D49CA
- f4f3fc
- d4cff1
- b3aae6
- 9386dc
- 7262d1
- 523dc7
- 4230a5
- 332581
- 251b5c
- 161038
- 080614
Color schemes using #5D49CA
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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#5D49CA FAQ
What color is #5D49CA?
#5D49CA is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 249 degrees, 55% saturation and 54% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #5D49CA?
#5D49CA is rgb(93, 73, 202) in RGB, hsl(249, 55%, 54%) in HSL, and cmyk(54%, 64%, 0%, 21%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #5D49CA?
White text on this background reaches 6.42:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.27:1.
What colors go well with #5D49CA?
Its direct complement is #B7CA49. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #CA9D49 and #76CA49 gives you contrast without the vibration.