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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#747EC3 — Steel Blue
#747EC3 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 #747EC3
- f4f5fa
- d3d7ec
- b3b8de
- 929ad0
- 717cc2
- 505db4
- 404b95
- 323b74
- 242a54
- 161a33
- 080912
Color schemes using #747EC3
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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#747EC3 FAQ
What color is #747EC3?
#747EC3 is a shade of steel blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 232 degrees, 40% saturation and 61% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #747EC3?
#747EC3 is rgb(116, 126, 195) in RGB, hsl(232, 40%, 61%) in HSL, and cmyk(41%, 35%, 0%, 24%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #747EC3?
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 #747EC3?
Its direct complement is #C3B974. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #C39174 and #A6C374 gives you contrast without the vibration.