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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#787FB1 — Slate
#787FB1 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 233° 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 #787FB1
- f5f6f9
- d7d9e8
- babdd7
- 9ca1c6
- 7e85b5
- 6068a4
- 4e5587
- 3d426a
- 2c2f4c
- 1a1d2e
- 090a10
Color schemes using #787FB1
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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#787FB1 FAQ
What color is #787FB1?
#787FB1 is a shade of slate in the blue family. It has a hue of 233 degrees, 27% saturation and 58% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #787FB1?
#787FB1 is rgb(120, 127, 177) in RGB, hsl(233, 27%, 58%) in HSL, and cmyk(32%, 28%, 0%, 31%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #787FB1?
White text on this background reaches 3.84:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.47:1.
What colors go well with #787FB1?
Its direct complement is #B1AA77. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B18D77 and #9BB177 gives you contrast without the vibration.