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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#708CB2 — Pewter
#708CB2 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 215° 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 #708CB2
- f5f7fa
- d7dee9
- b8c6d9
- 9aadc8
- 7b94b8
- 5d7ca8
- 4b658b
- 3a4f6c
- 2a394e
- 19222f
- 090c11
Color schemes using #708CB2
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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#708CB2 FAQ
What color is #708CB2?
#708CB2 is a shade of pewter in the blue family. It has a hue of 215 degrees, 30% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #708CB2?
#708CB2 is rgb(112, 140, 178) in RGB, hsl(215, 30%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(37%, 21%, 0%, 30%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #708CB2?
White text on this background reaches 3.45:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.08:1.
What colors go well with #708CB2?
Its direct complement is #B29770. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B27670 and #ADB270 gives you contrast without the vibration.