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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#7C7AB8 — Slate
#7C7AB8 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 242° 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 #7C7AB8
- f5f5fa
- d7d7e9
- b9b8d9
- 9b9ac8
- 7d7bb8
- 5f5da8
- 4d4b8b
- 3c3a6c
- 2b2a4e
- 1a192f
- 090911
Color schemes using #7C7AB8
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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#7C7AB8 FAQ
What color is #7C7AB8?
#7C7AB8 is a shade of slate in the blue family. It has a hue of 242 degrees, 30% saturation and 60% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #7C7AB8?
#7C7AB8 is rgb(124, 122, 184) in RGB, hsl(242, 30%, 60%) in HSL, and cmyk(33%, 34%, 0%, 28%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #7C7AB8?
White text on this background reaches 3.94:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.33:1.
What colors go well with #7C7AB8?
Its direct complement is #B6B87A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B89B7A and #97B87A gives you contrast without the vibration.