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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#7285CD — Steel Blue
#7285CD is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 227° 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 #7285CD
- f4f5fb
- d1d7ef
- aebae3
- 8c9cd6
- 697eca
- 4660be
- 374e9e
- 2b3d7b
- 1f2b58
- 131a36
- 070913
Color schemes using #7285CD
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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#7285CD FAQ
What color is #7285CD?
#7285CD is a shade of steel blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 227 degrees, 48% saturation and 63% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #7285CD?
#7285CD is rgb(114, 133, 205) in RGB, hsl(227, 48%, 63%) in HSL, and cmyk(44%, 35%, 0%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #7285CD?
White text on this background reaches 3.53:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.95:1.
What colors go well with #7285CD?
Its direct complement is #CEBA73. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #CE8D73 and #B4CE73 gives you contrast without the vibration.