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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#685DBB — Slate Blue
#685DBB is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 247° 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 #685DBB
- f5f4fa
- d6d3ed
- b7b2df
- 9891d1
- 7a70c3
- 5b4fb5
- 493f96
- 393175
- 292354
- 191533
- 090812
Color schemes using #685DBB
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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#685DBB FAQ
What color is #685DBB?
#685DBB is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 247 degrees, 41% saturation and 55% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #685DBB?
#685DBB is rgb(104, 93, 187) in RGB, hsl(247, 41%, 55%) in HSL, and cmyk(44%, 50%, 0%, 27%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #685DBB?
White text on this background reaches 5.42:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.87:1.
What colors go well with #685DBB?
Its direct complement is #B0BB5D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BB975D and #81BB5D gives you contrast without the vibration.