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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#766EB4 — Slate Blue
#766EB4 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 247° 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 #766EB4
- f5f5fa
- d8d6ea
- bbb7da
- 9e98ca
- 8179ba
- 635aaa
- 50488d
- 3f396e
- 2d294f
- 1b1930
- 0a0911
Color schemes using #766EB4
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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#766EB4 FAQ
What color is #766EB4?
#766EB4 is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 247 degrees, 32% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #766EB4?
#766EB4 is rgb(118, 110, 180) in RGB, hsl(247, 32%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(34%, 39%, 0%, 29%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #766EB4?
White text on this background reaches 4.51:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.66:1.
What colors go well with #766EB4?
Its direct complement is #ACB46E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B49A6E and #89B46E gives you contrast without the vibration.