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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#717DCC — Slate Blue
#717DCC is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 232° 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 #717DCC
- f4f5fb
- d1d5ef
- afb6e2
- 8c96d6
- 6a77c9
- 4757bd
- 38469d
- 2c367a
- 202758
- 131835
- 070813
Color schemes using #717DCC
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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#717DCC FAQ
What color is #717DCC?
#717DCC is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 232 degrees, 47% saturation and 62% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #717DCC?
#717DCC is rgb(113, 125, 204) in RGB, hsl(232, 47%, 62%) in HSL, and cmyk(45%, 39%, 0%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #717DCC?
White text on this background reaches 3.81:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.51:1.
What colors go well with #717DCC?
Its direct complement is #CCBF71. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #CC9271 and #AACC71 gives you contrast without the vibration.