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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#715CBC — Slate Blue
#715CBC is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 253° 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 #715CBC
- f6f4fb
- d8d3ed
- bbb2df
- 9e90d2
- 816fc4
- 644eb7
- 513e97
- 3f3076
- 2d2355
- 1c1533
- 0a0712
Color schemes using #715CBC
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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#715CBC FAQ
What color is #715CBC?
#715CBC is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 253 degrees, 42% saturation and 55% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #715CBC?
#715CBC is rgb(113, 92, 188) in RGB, hsl(253, 42%, 55%) in HSL, and cmyk(40%, 51%, 0%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #715CBC?
White text on this background reaches 5.3:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.96:1.
What colors go well with #715CBC?
Its direct complement is #A8BC5C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BCA15C and #77BC5C gives you contrast without the vibration.