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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#7970D2 — Slate Blue
#7970D2 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 246° 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 #7970D2
- f4f3fb
- d3d0f0
- b2ace5
- 9188da
- 6f65ce
- 4e41c3
- 3e33a2
- 31287e
- 231d5b
- 151137
- 070613
Color schemes using #7970D2
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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#7970D2 FAQ
What color is #7970D2?
#7970D2 is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 246 degrees, 52% saturation and 63% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #7970D2?
#7970D2 is rgb(121, 112, 210) in RGB, hsl(246, 52%, 63%) in HSL, and cmyk(42%, 47%, 0%, 18%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #7970D2?
White text on this background reaches 4.15:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.06:1.
What colors go well with #7970D2?
Its direct complement is #C8D270. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #D2AA70 and #97D270 gives you contrast without the vibration.