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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#7172BC — Slate Blue
#7172BC is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 239° 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 #7172BC
- f5f5fa
- d5d5eb
- b5b5dc
- 9596cd
- 7576be
- 5557af
- 444591
- 353671
- 262751
- 171831
- 080811
Color schemes using #7172BC
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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#7172BC FAQ
What color is #7172BC?
#7172BC is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 239 degrees, 36% saturation and 59% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #7172BC?
#7172BC is rgb(113, 114, 188) in RGB, hsl(239, 36%, 59%) in HSL, and cmyk(40%, 39%, 0%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #7172BC?
White text on this background reaches 4.34:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.84:1.
What colors go well with #7172BC?
Its direct complement is #BCBB71. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BC9571 and #98BC71 gives you contrast without the vibration.