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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#717FDA — Slate Blue
#717FDA 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 #717FDA
- f3f4fc
- ced2f2
- a8b1e9
- 838fdf
- 5e6ed5
- 384ccc
- 2c3ca9
- 222f84
- 18225f
- 0f153a
- 050714
Color schemes using #717FDA
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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#717FDA FAQ
What color is #717FDA?
#717FDA is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 232 degrees, 59% saturation and 65% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #717FDA?
#717FDA is rgb(113, 127, 218) in RGB, hsl(232, 59%, 65%) in HSL, and cmyk(48%, 42%, 0%, 15%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #717FDA?
White text on this background reaches 3.65:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.75:1.
What colors go well with #717FDA?
Its direct complement is #DACC71. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #DA9871 and #B4DA71 gives you contrast without the vibration.