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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#6472BE — Slate Blue
#6472BE is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 231° 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 #6472BE
- f4f5fa
- d3d7ed
- b2b9df
- 919bd1
- 707cc3
- 4f5eb5
- 3f4c96
- 313b75
- 232b54
- 151a33
- 080912
Color schemes using #6472BE
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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#6472BE FAQ
What color is #6472BE?
#6472BE is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 231 degrees, 41% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #6472BE?
#6472BE is rgb(100, 114, 190) in RGB, hsl(231, 41%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(47%, 40%, 0%, 25%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #6472BE?
White text on this background reaches 4.48:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.69:1.
What colors go well with #6472BE?
Its direct complement is #BEB164. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BE8464 and #9FBE64 gives you contrast without the vibration.