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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#7971B7 — Slate Blue
#7971B7 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 247° 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 #7971B7
- f5f5fa
- d8d6ea
- bbb6da
- 9d97cb
- 8078bb
- 6259ab
- 50478e
- 3e386f
- 2d284f
- 1b1830
- 0a0911
Color schemes using #7971B7
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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#7971B7 FAQ
What color is #7971B7?
#7971B7 is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 247 degrees, 33% saturation and 58% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #7971B7?
#7971B7 is rgb(121, 113, 183) in RGB, hsl(247, 33%, 58%) in HSL, and cmyk(34%, 38%, 0%, 28%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #7971B7?
White text on this background reaches 4.32:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.86:1.
What colors go well with #7971B7?
Its direct complement is #AFB771. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B79C71 and #8CB771 gives you contrast without the vibration.