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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#6173EA — Slate Blue
#6173EA is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 232° 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 #6173EA
- f1f3fd
- c8cef8
- 9eaaf2
- 7585ed
- 4b60e8
- 223be2
- 192ebd
- 132493
- 0e1a6a
- 081040
- 030617
Color schemes using #6173EA
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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#6173EA FAQ
What color is #6173EA?
#6173EA is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 232 degrees, 77% saturation and 65% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #6173EA?
#6173EA is rgb(97, 115, 234) in RGB, hsl(232, 77%, 65%) in HSL, and cmyk(59%, 51%, 0%, 8%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #6173EA?
White text on this background reaches 4.08:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.15:1.
What colors go well with #6173EA?
Its direct complement is #EAD861. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #EA9361 and #B8EA61 gives you contrast without the vibration.