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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#6842D5 — Slate Blue
#6842D5 is a mid-tone 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 #6842D5
- f5f2fc
- d7ccf4
- b8a6eb
- 9a7fe3
- 7b59da
- 5d32d2
- 4b26af
- 3a1e88
- 2a1562
- 190d3b
- 090515
Color schemes using #6842D5
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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#6842D5 FAQ
What color is #6842D5?
#6842D5 is a shade of slate blue in the purple family. It has a hue of 256 degrees, 64% saturation and 55% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #6842D5?
#6842D5 is rgb(104, 66, 213) in RGB, hsl(256, 64%, 55%) in HSL, and cmyk(51%, 69%, 0%, 16%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #6842D5?
White text on this background reaches 6.31:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.33:1.
What colors go well with #6842D5?
Its direct complement is #AFD643. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #D6B343 and #65D643 gives you contrast without the vibration.