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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#778DC0 — Pewter
#778DC0 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 #778DC0
- f5f6fa
- d4dbeb
- b4c0dd
- 94a5ce
- 748abf
- 5470b0
- 435b92
- 344772
- 263352
- 171f32
- 080b11
Color schemes using #778DC0
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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#778DC0 FAQ
What color is #778DC0?
#778DC0 is a shade of pewter in the blue family. It has a hue of 222 degrees, 37% saturation and 61% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #778DC0?
#778DC0 is rgb(119, 141, 192) in RGB, hsl(222, 37%, 61%) in HSL, and cmyk(38%, 27%, 0%, 25%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #778DC0?
White text on this background reaches 3.3:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.36:1.
What colors go well with #778DC0?
Its direct complement is #C0AA77. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #C08577 and #B2C077 gives you contrast without the vibration.