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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#786DBA — Slate Blue
#786DBA is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 249° 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 #786DBA
- f5f5fa
- d8d5eb
- bbb5dc
- 9d95cd
- 8075be
- 6355af
- 504491
- 3e3571
- 2d2651
- 1b1731
- 0a0811
Color schemes using #786DBA
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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#786DBA FAQ
What color is #786DBA?
#786DBA is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 249 degrees, 36% saturation and 58% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #786DBA?
#786DBA is rgb(120, 109, 186) in RGB, hsl(249, 36%, 58%) in HSL, and cmyk(35%, 41%, 0%, 27%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #786DBA?
White text on this background reaches 4.47:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.7:1.
What colors go well with #786DBA?
Its direct complement is #AFBA6D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BA9F6D and #88BA6D gives you contrast without the vibration.