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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#7E8ECD — Pewter
#7E8ECD is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 228° 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 #7E8ECD
- f4f5fb
- d2d8ee
- b0bae0
- 8f9cd3
- 6d7fc6
- 4b61b9
- 3c4e99
- 2f3d78
- 212c56
- 141b34
- 070912
Color schemes using #7E8ECD
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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#7E8ECD FAQ
What color is #7E8ECD?
#7E8ECD is a shade of pewter in the blue family. It has a hue of 228 degrees, 44% saturation and 65% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #7E8ECD?
#7E8ECD is rgb(126, 142, 205) in RGB, hsl(228, 44%, 65%) in HSL, and cmyk(39%, 31%, 0%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #7E8ECD?
White text on this background reaches 3.16:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.64:1.
What colors go well with #7E8ECD?
Its direct complement is #CDBD7E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #CD967E and #B5CD7E gives you contrast without the vibration.