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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#5E87BD — Steel Blue
#5E87BD is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 214° 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 #5E87BD
- f4f7fb
- d3deed
- b2c5df
- 90add2
- 6f94c4
- 4e7bb7
- 3e6597
- 304e76
- 233855
- 152233
- 070c12
Color schemes using #5E87BD
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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#5E87BD FAQ
What color is #5E87BD?
#5E87BD is a shade of steel blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 214 degrees, 42% saturation and 55% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #5E87BD?
#5E87BD is rgb(94, 135, 189) in RGB, hsl(214, 42%, 55%) in HSL, and cmyk(50%, 29%, 0%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #5E87BD?
White text on this background reaches 3.7:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.68:1.
What colors go well with #5E87BD?
Its direct complement is #BC935C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BC625C and #B6BC5C gives you contrast without the vibration.