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#6F6EB4 — Slate Blue
#6F6EB4 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 241° 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 #6F6EB4
- f5f5fa
- d6d6ea
- b8b7da
- 9998ca
- 7a79ba
- 5b5aaa
- 4a488d
- 39396e
- 29294f
- 191930
- 090911
Color schemes using #6F6EB4
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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#6F6EB4 FAQ
What color is #6F6EB4?
#6F6EB4 is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 241 degrees, 32% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #6F6EB4?
#6F6EB4 is rgb(111, 110, 180) in RGB, hsl(241, 32%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(38%, 39%, 0%, 29%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #6F6EB4?
White text on this background reaches 4.6:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.57:1.
What colors go well with #6F6EB4?
Its direct complement is #B3B46E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B4936E and #90B46E gives you contrast without the vibration.