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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#7284C0 — Steel Blue
#7284C0 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 226° 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 #7284C0
- f4f6fa
- d4daec
- b4bddd
- 93a1cf
- 7385c0
- 5369b2
- 425593
- 344273
- 253052
- 161d32
- 080a12
Color schemes using #7284C0
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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#7284C0 FAQ
What color is #7284C0?
#7284C0 is a shade of steel blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 226 degrees, 38% saturation and 60% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #7284C0?
#7284C0 is rgb(114, 132, 192) in RGB, hsl(226, 38%, 60%) in HSL, and cmyk(41%, 31%, 0%, 25%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #7284C0?
White text on this background reaches 3.64:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.78:1.
What colors go well with #7284C0?
Its direct complement is #C0AE72. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #C08772 and #ABC072 gives you contrast without the vibration.