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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#6D72BA — Slate Blue
#6D72BA is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 236° 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 #6D72BA
- f5f5fa
- d5d6eb
- b5b7dc
- 9599cd
- 757abe
- 555baf
- 444991
- 353971
- 262951
- 171931
- 080911
Color schemes using #6D72BA
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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#6D72BA FAQ
What color is #6D72BA?
#6D72BA is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 236 degrees, 36% saturation and 58% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #6D72BA?
#6D72BA is rgb(109, 114, 186) in RGB, hsl(236, 36%, 58%) in HSL, and cmyk(41%, 39%, 0%, 27%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #6D72BA?
White text on this background reaches 4.41:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.77:1.
What colors go well with #6D72BA?
Its direct complement is #BAB56D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BA8F6D and #99BA6D gives you contrast without the vibration.