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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#6A85DC — Steel Blue
#6A85DC is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 226° 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 #6A85DC
- f3f5fc
- cdd6f3
- a7b6ea
- 8197e1
- 5b78d8
- 3559d0
- 2947ad
- 203887
- 172861
- 0e183b
- 050915
Color schemes using #6A85DC
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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#6A85DC FAQ
What color is #6A85DC?
#6A85DC is a shade of steel blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 226 degrees, 62% saturation and 64% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #6A85DC?
#6A85DC is rgb(106, 133, 220) in RGB, hsl(226, 62%, 64%) in HSL, and cmyk(52%, 40%, 0%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #6A85DC?
White text on this background reaches 3.5:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6:1.
What colors go well with #6A85DC?
Its direct complement is #DCC26A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #DC896A and #BEDC6A gives you contrast without the vibration.