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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#638CEB — Steel Blue
#638CEB is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 222° 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 #638CEB
- f1f5fd
- c8d6f8
- 9eb8f2
- 7599ed
- 4b7ae8
- 225ce2
- 194abd
- 133a93
- 0e296a
- 081940
- 030917
Color schemes using #638CEB
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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#638CEB FAQ
What color is #638CEB?
#638CEB is a shade of steel blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 222 degrees, 77% saturation and 65% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #638CEB?
#638CEB is rgb(99, 140, 235) in RGB, hsl(222, 77%, 65%) in HSL, and cmyk(58%, 40%, 0%, 8%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #638CEB?
White text on this background reaches 3.24:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.48:1.
What colors go well with #638CEB?
Its direct complement is #EAC161. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #EA7D61 and #CFEA61 gives you contrast without the vibration.