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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#8393BB — Pewter
#8393BB is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 223° 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 #8393BB
- f5f6fa
- d7dce9
- b9c2d8
- 9aa7c8
- 7c8db7
- 5e72a6
- 4c5d8a
- 3b496b
- 2a344d
- 1a202f
- 090b10
Color schemes using #8393BB
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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#8393BB FAQ
What color is #8393BB?
#8393BB is a shade of pewter in the blue family. It has a hue of 223 degrees, 29% saturation and 62% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #8393BB?
#8393BB is rgb(131, 147, 187) in RGB, hsl(223, 29%, 62%) in HSL, and cmyk(30%, 21%, 0%, 27%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #8393BB?
White text on this background reaches 3.06:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.86:1.
What colors go well with #8393BB?
Its direct complement is #BAAA82. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BA8E82 and #AEBA82 gives you contrast without the vibration.