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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#6C8CB2 — Slate
#6C8CB2 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 213° 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 #6C8CB2
- f5f7fa
- d6dfea
- b8c7d9
- 99afc9
- 7a96b9
- 5b7ea9
- 4a678c
- 39516d
- 293a4e
- 19232f
- 090c11
Color schemes using #6C8CB2
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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#6C8CB2 FAQ
What color is #6C8CB2?
#6C8CB2 is a shade of slate in the blue family. It has a hue of 213 degrees, 31% saturation and 56% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #6C8CB2?
#6C8CB2 is rgb(108, 140, 178) in RGB, hsl(213, 31%, 56%) in HSL, and cmyk(39%, 21%, 0%, 30%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #6C8CB2?
White text on this background reaches 3.48:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.03:1.
What colors go well with #6C8CB2?
Its direct complement is #B2926C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B26F6C and #AEB26C gives you contrast without the vibration.