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#6D36E2 — Slate Blue
#6D36E2 is a mid-tone saturated purple sitting at 259° 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 #6D36E2
- f5f2fd
- d7c9f7
- b9a0f1
- 9c76eb
- 7e4de6
- 6024e0
- 4d1bbb
- 3c1591
- 2b0f68
- 1a093f
- 090316
Color schemes using #6D36E2
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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#6D36E2 FAQ
What color is #6D36E2?
#6D36E2 is a shade of slate blue in the purple family. It has a hue of 259 degrees, 75% saturation and 55% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #6D36E2?
#6D36E2 is rgb(109, 54, 226) in RGB, hsl(259, 75%, 55%) in HSL, and cmyk(52%, 76%, 0%, 11%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #6D36E2?
White text on this background reaches 6.41:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.28:1.
What colors go well with #6D36E2?
Its direct complement is #ACE236. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #E2C336 and #56E236 gives you contrast without the vibration.