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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#748DBE — Pewter
#748DBE is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 220° 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 #748DBE
- f5f6fa
- d5dceb
- b5c2dc
- 95a8cd
- 758dbe
- 5573af
- 445e91
- 354971
- 263551
- 172031
- 080b11
Color schemes using #748DBE
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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#748DBE FAQ
What color is #748DBE?
#748DBE is a shade of pewter in the blue family. It has a hue of 220 degrees, 36% saturation and 60% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #748DBE?
#748DBE is rgb(116, 141, 190) in RGB, hsl(220, 36%, 60%) in HSL, and cmyk(39%, 26%, 0%, 25%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #748DBE?
White text on this background reaches 3.34:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.3:1.
What colors go well with #748DBE?
Its direct complement is #BEA574. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BE8174 and #B1BE74 gives you contrast without the vibration.