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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#748ABE — Pewter
#748ABE is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 222° 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 #748ABE
- f5f6fa
- d5dbeb
- b5c1dc
- 95a6cd
- 758bbe
- 5570af
- 445b91
- 354771
- 263351
- 171f31
- 080b11
Color schemes using #748ABE
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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#748ABE FAQ
What color is #748ABE?
#748ABE is a shade of pewter in the blue family. It has a hue of 222 degrees, 36% saturation and 60% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #748ABE?
#748ABE is rgb(116, 138, 190) in RGB, hsl(222, 36%, 60%) in HSL, and cmyk(39%, 27%, 0%, 25%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #748ABE?
White text on this background reaches 3.43:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.12:1.
What colors go well with #748ABE?
Its direct complement is #BEA874. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BE8374 and #AFBE74 gives you contrast without the vibration.