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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#6B5ECF — Slate Blue
#6B5ECF 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 #6B5ECF
- f4f3fb
- d3cff1
- b2abe6
- 9187db
- 6f63d0
- 4e3fc6
- 3e31a4
- 312680
- 231b5c
- 151138
- 070614
Color schemes using #6B5ECF
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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#6B5ECF FAQ
What color is #6B5ECF?
#6B5ECF is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 247 degrees, 54% saturation and 59% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #6B5ECF?
#6B5ECF is rgb(107, 94, 207) in RGB, hsl(247, 54%, 59%) in HSL, and cmyk(48%, 55%, 0%, 19%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #6B5ECF?
White text on this background reaches 5.09:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.13:1.
What colors go well with #6B5ECF?
Its direct complement is #C2CF5E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #CFA45E and #89CF5E gives you contrast without the vibration.