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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#785DBB — Slate Blue
#785DBB is a mid-tone moderately saturated purple sitting at 257° 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 #785DBB
- f6f4fa
- dad3ed
- bfb2df
- a391d1
- 8770c3
- 6c4fb5
- 583f96
- 443175
- 312354
- 1e1533
- 0a0812
Color schemes using #785DBB
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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#785DBB FAQ
What color is #785DBB?
#785DBB is a shade of slate blue in the purple family. It has a hue of 257 degrees, 41% saturation and 55% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #785DBB?
#785DBB is rgb(120, 93, 187) in RGB, hsl(257, 41%, 55%) in HSL, and cmyk(36%, 50%, 0%, 27%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #785DBB?
White text on this background reaches 5.14:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.08:1.
What colors go well with #785DBB?
Its direct complement is #A1BB5D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BBA75D and #72BB5D gives you contrast without the vibration.