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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#6241BE — Slate Blue
#6241BE is a mid-tone moderately saturated purple sitting at 256° 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 #6241BE
- f6f4fb
- d9d1ef
- bcaee3
- 9f8bd7
- 8268cb
- 6545bf
- 52369f
- 402a7c
- 2e1e59
- 1c1236
- 0a0713
Color schemes using #6241BE
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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#6241BE FAQ
What color is #6241BE?
#6241BE is a shade of slate blue in the purple family. It has a hue of 256 degrees, 49% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #6241BE?
#6241BE is rgb(98, 65, 190) in RGB, hsl(256, 49%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(48%, 66%, 0%, 25%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #6241BE?
White text on this background reaches 6.96:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.02:1.
What colors go well with #6241BE?
Its direct complement is #9DBE41. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BEA141 and #5EBE41 gives you contrast without the vibration.