analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#6FBCDC — Sky Blue
#6FBCDC is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 198° 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 #6FBCDC
- f3f9fc
- cde7f3
- a7d6ea
- 81c4e1
- 5cb2d7
- 36a1ce
- 2a85ac
- 206786
- 174a60
- 0e2d3a
- 051015
Color schemes using #6FBCDC
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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#6FBCDC FAQ
What color is #6FBCDC?
#6FBCDC is a shade of sky blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 198 degrees, 61% saturation and 65% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #6FBCDC?
#6FBCDC is rgb(111, 188, 220) in RGB, hsl(198, 61%, 65%) in HSL, and cmyk(50%, 15%, 0%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #6FBCDC?
White text on this background reaches 2.12:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.9:1.
What colors go well with #6FBCDC?
Its direct complement is #DC906F. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #DC6F85 and #DCC66F gives you contrast without the vibration.