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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#6778C1 — Steel Blue
#6778C1 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 229° 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 #6778C1
- f4f5fb
- d3d8ed
- b2badf
- 909cd2
- 6f7fc4
- 4e61b7
- 3e4e97
- 303d76
- 232c55
- 151b33
- 070912
Color schemes using #6778C1
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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#6778C1 FAQ
What color is #6778C1?
#6778C1 is a shade of steel blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 229 degrees, 42% saturation and 58% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #6778C1?
#6778C1 is rgb(103, 120, 193) in RGB, hsl(229, 42%, 58%) in HSL, and cmyk(47%, 38%, 0%, 24%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #6778C1?
White text on this background reaches 4.17:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.03:1.
What colors go well with #6778C1?
Its direct complement is #C1B067. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #C18367 and #A4C167 gives you contrast without the vibration.