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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#6B86BD — Steel Blue
#6B86BD is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 220° 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 #6B86BD
- f4f6fa
- d4dcec
- b4c2dd
- 93a7cf
- 738dc0
- 5372b2
- 425d93
- 344973
- 253452
- 162032
- 080b12
Color schemes using #6B86BD
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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#6B86BD FAQ
What color is #6B86BD?
#6B86BD is a shade of steel blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 220 degrees, 38% saturation and 58% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #6B86BD?
#6B86BD is rgb(107, 134, 189) in RGB, hsl(220, 38%, 58%) in HSL, and cmyk(43%, 29%, 0%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #6B86BD?
White text on this background reaches 3.64:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.77:1.
What colors go well with #6B86BD?
Its direct complement is #BDA16B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BD796B and #AFBD6B gives you contrast without the vibration.