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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#5D5DBB — Slate Blue
#5D5DBB is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 240° 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.
#5d5dbb
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Tints and shades of #5D5DBB
- f4f4fa
- d3d3ed
- b2b2df
- 9191d1
- 7070c3
- 4f4fb5
- 3f3f96
- 313175
- 232354
- 151533
- 080812
Color schemes using #5D5DBB
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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#5D5DBB FAQ
What color is #5D5DBB?
#5D5DBB is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 240 degrees, 41% saturation and 55% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #5D5DBB?
#5D5DBB is rgb(93, 93, 187) in RGB, hsl(240, 41%, 55%) in HSL, and cmyk(50%, 50%, 0%, 27%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #5D5DBB?
White text on this background reaches 5.6:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.75:1.
What colors go well with #5D5DBB?
Its direct complement is #BBBB5D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BB8C5D and #8CBB5D gives you contrast without the vibration.