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Complementary means first and foremost complementary. With color tones there is always a direct complementary color that is exactly opposite to the other.

With this color tone #2551A8 it is the complementary color #DAAE57. Both colors form the strongest contrast to each other and are especially recommended for use in direct connection with each other.

If you display a text with its complementary color on a background with the displayed color, you will get a representation that is pleasant to the eyes and clearly too indistinguishable from each other. However, this is especially true for white, black and gray tones. With these, the contrasting colors are particularly natural, pleasant and common for our eyes.

Exposures are based on the same hue and represent lighter versions of the current color #2551A8. Besides the border colors white and black, almost all colors have lighter versions that can be used optimally in web design

The following lighter shades match the #2551A8 shade: #2A51A3, #3B63B6, #4C75C9, #5D87DC and #6E99EF

You can use them to modify buttons with mouse-over effects (called :hover in CSS) or to generate other color gradations like gradients.

Shades are based on the same hue and represent a darker version of the current color #2551A8. In addition to the border colors white and black, almost all colors have shades that can be used optimally in web design.

The following darker shades match the #2551A8 shade: #2551A8, #143F95, #032D82, #001B6F and #00095C

Among other things, you can use them to modify buttons with mouse-over effects (called :hover in CSS) or generate other color gradations.

Warmer colors are created when the hue is shifted towards red, orange and yellow. These colors convey warmth, energy and an inviting atmosphere.

The following warmer shades match the #2551A8 shade: #2551A7, #252DA7, #3F25A7, #6225A7 and #8625A7

They are stimulating and dynamic and are often used to attract attention or create a friendly and lively mood. An example of this transition is a shift from a cool blue through purple to red and orange.

Colder colors are created by shifting the hue towards green, blue and violet.

The following colder shades match the #2551A8 shade: #2551A7, #252DA7 and #2525A7

These colors have a cool, calming effect and create distance. They are often used to convey a sense of calm, freshness and stability. A classic example of this color range is a gradient from yellow to green to a deep blue or violet, reminiscent of water and sky.

Richer colors are created by increasing the saturation, which makes the colors appear more intense, brighter and stronger. A color with high saturation is more eye-catching and appears more vibrant and powerful. This effect can be used to emphasize important elements or to create a vibrant design.

The #2551A8 shade matches the following richer shades: #2551A7, #144BB8 and #0446C8

An example is the development from a pale pink to a strong and bright red.

Less saturated colors are created by reducing the saturation, which makes the colors more muted, subtle and pastel-like. As the saturation is reduced further, they become closer and closer to a shade of gray. These colors appear calmer and more elegant and are suitable for a restrained and harmonious design.

The following paler shades match the #2551A8 shade: #2551A7, #355697, #465B86, #566176 and #676665

An example is the change of a strong blue to a subdued grey-blue or almost neutral shade.

The analog color scheme uses colors that are directly adjacent to each other in the color wheel. They usually fit together well and result in a calm and comfortable design.

The following analogous shades match the #2551A8 shade: #2598A7, #2575A7, #2552A7, #2530A7 and #3D25A7

Analog color schemes are often found in nature. They are harmonious and pleasant to the eye. It is important that they have enough contrast. Choose one color to dominate and a second to support. The third color is used (together with black, white or grey) as an accent

The monochromatic color scheme uses colors that are on the same wavelength. They usually fit together very well and result in a pleasant and evenly colored design.

The following monochrome shades match the #2551A8 shade: #163064, #1D4085, #2551A7, #2C61C9 and #4878D7

Monochromatic color schemes are often found in nature. They are harmonious and calm to the eye

The partial complementary color scheme is a variation of the complementary color scheme. In addition to the base color, the two colors adjacent to the complement are used.

The following split-complementary shades match the #2551A8 shade: #2551A8, #9425A7 and #87A725

This color scheme has the same strong visual contrast as the complementary color scheme, but is not as contrasting as the direct complementary color. The partial complementary color scheme is a good choice for designs. These colors usually complement each other very well.

A triadic color scheme uses colors evenly spaced around the color wheel. Triadic color harmonies are usually quite vivid, even if pale or unsaturated colors are used.

The following triaden shades match the #2551A8 shade: #2551A8, #A72552 and #52A725

The colors should be well chosen to achieve triadic harmony. Let one color dominate and use the other two as accent colors.

The rectangular or tetradish color scheme uses four colors arranged in two complementary pairs. This rich color scheme offers many variation possibilities.

The following tetraden shades match the #2551A8 shade: #2551A8, #9425A7, #A77A25 and #38A725

It works best if you let one of these colors dominate. You should also pay attention to the balance between warm and cold colors in the design

The square color scheme is similar to the rectangular color scheme, with all four colors evenly distributed around the color circle. The square color scheme works best when one color dominates.

The following squaren shades match the #2551A8 shade: #2551A8, #A72594, #A77A25 and #25A738

Again, pay attention to the balance between warm and cold colors in the design.

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Colors are displayed differently on each device. Please note that the colors do not always match 100%. Differences can occur when real colors are processed. We recommend a comparison of the real colors. We do not assume any liability.

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Primary color

CMYK 78 / 52 / 0 / 34

HEX #2551A8

RGB 37 81 168

HSL 219.85, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 36.19, 17.04, -51.13

 

Complementary color

CMYK 0 / 20 / 60 / 15

HEX #DAAE57

RGB 218 174 87

HSL 39.85, 0.64%, 0.6%

LAB 73.46, 6.31, 49.91

 

CMYK 74 / 50 / 0 / 36

HEX #2A51A3

RGB 42 81 163

HSL 220.66, 0.59%, 0.4%

LAB 36.03, 15.73, -48.39

 

CMYK 68 / 46 / 0 / 29

HEX #3B63B6

RGB 59 99 182

HSL 220.49, 0.51%, 0.47%

LAB 43.11, 13.66, -48.2

 

CMYK 62 / 42 / 0 / 21

HEX #4C75C9

RGB 76 117 201

HSL 220.32, 0.54%, 0.54%

LAB 50.07, 12.04, -48.01

 

CMYK 58 / 39 / 0 / 14

HEX #5D87DC

RGB 93 135 220

HSL 220.16, 0.64%, 0.61%

LAB 56.9, 10.74, -47.84

 

CMYK 54 / 36 / 0 / 6

HEX #6E99EF

RGB 110 153 239

HSL 220, 0.8%, 0.68%

LAB 63.61, 9.68, -47.71

 

CMYK 78 / 52 / 0 / 34

HEX #2551A8

RGB 37 81 168

HSL 219.85, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 36.19, 17.04, -51.13

 

CMYK 87 / 58 / 0 / 42

HEX #143F95

RGB 20 63 149

HSL 220, 0.76%, 0.33%

LAB 29.09, 20.01, -51.19

 

CMYK 98 / 65 / 0 / 49

HEX #032D82

RGB 3 45 130

HSL 220.16, 0.95%, 0.26%

LAB 21.97, 23.74, -51.05

 

CMYK 100 / 76 / 0 / 56

HEX #001B6F

RGB 0 27 111

HSL 225.41, 1%, 0.22%

LAB 15.12, 28.32, -50.18

 

CMYK 100 / 90 / 0 / 64

HEX #00095C

RGB 0 9 92

HSL 234.13, 1%, 0.18%

LAB 8.72, 32.15, -48.22

 

CMYK 78 / 51 / 0 / 35

HEX #2551A7

RGB 37 81 167

HSL 219.69, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 36.12, 16.64, -50.64

 

CMYK 78 / 73 / 0 / 35

HEX #252DA7

RGB 37 45 167

HSL 236.31, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 26.91, 40.2, -65.69

 

CMYK 62 / 78 / 0 / 35

HEX #3F25A7

RGB 63 37 167

HSL 252, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 27.21, 47.28, -65.12

 

CMYK 41 / 78 / 0 / 35

HEX #6225A7

RGB 98 37 167

HSL 268.15, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 31.14, 52.26, -58.53

 

CMYK 20 / 78 / 0 / 35

HEX #8625A7

RGB 134 37 167

HSL 284.77, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 36.33, 58.71, -49.85

 

CMYK 78 / 51 / 0 / 35

HEX #2551A7

RGB 37 81 167

HSL 219.69, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 36.12, 16.64, -50.64

 

CMYK 78 / 73 / 0 / 35

HEX #252DA7

RGB 37 45 167

HSL 236.31, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 26.91, 40.2, -65.69

 

CMYK 78 / 78 / 0 / 35

HEX #2525A7

RGB 37 37 167

HSL 240, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 25.28, 44.78, -68.38

 

CMYK 78 / 51 / 0 / 35

HEX #2551A7

RGB 37 81 167

HSL 219.69, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 36.12, 16.64, -50.64

 

CMYK 89 / 59 / 0 / 28

HEX #144BB8

RGB 20 75 184

HSL 219.88, 0.8%, 0.4%

LAB 35.28, 25.93, -62.09

 

CMYK 98 / 65 / 0 / 22

HEX #0446C8

RGB 4 70 200

HSL 219.8, 0.96%, 0.4%

LAB 35.16, 34.89, -71.69

 

CMYK 78 / 51 / 0 / 35

HEX #2551A7

RGB 37 81 167

HSL 219.69, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 36.12, 16.64, -50.64

 

CMYK 65 / 43 / 0 / 41

HEX #355697

RGB 53 86 151

HSL 219.8, 0.48%, 0.4%

LAB 37.2, 9.7, -39.27

 

CMYK 48 / 32 / 0 / 47

HEX #465B86

RGB 70 91 134

HSL 220.31, 0.31%, 0.4%

LAB 38.73, 4.52, -26.48

 

CMYK 27 / 18 / 0 / 54

HEX #566176

RGB 86 97 118

HSL 219.38, 0.16%, 0.4%

LAB 40.95, 0.96, -13.22

 

CMYK 0 / 1 / 2 / 60

HEX #676665

RGB 103 102 101

HSL 30, 0.01%, 0.4%

LAB 43.25, 0.19, 0.7

 

CMYK 78 / 9 / 0 / 35

HEX #2598A7

RGB 37 152 167

HSL 186.92, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 57.69, -25.46, -16.79

 

CMYK 78 / 30 / 0 / 35

HEX #2575A7

RGB 37 117 167

HSL 203.08, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 46.85, -6.23, -33.53

 

CMYK 78 / 51 / 0 / 35

HEX #2552A7

RGB 37 82 167

HSL 219.23, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 36.4, 15.98, -50.18

 

CMYK 78 / 71 / 0 / 35

HEX #2530A7

RGB 37 48 167

HSL 234.92, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 27.57, 38.37, -64.6

 

CMYK 63 / 78 / 0 / 35

HEX #3D25A7

RGB 61 37 167

HSL 251.08, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 27.03, 47.05, -65.42

 

CMYK 78 / 52 / 0 / 61

HEX #163064

RGB 22 48 100

HSL 220, 0.64%, 0.24%

LAB 20.85, 10.46, -33.63

 

CMYK 78 / 52 / 0 / 48

HEX #1D4085

RGB 29 64 133

HSL 219.81, 0.64%, 0.32%

LAB 28.44, 13.7, -42.37

 

CMYK 78 / 51 / 0 / 35

HEX #2551A7

RGB 37 81 167

HSL 219.69, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 36.12, 16.64, -50.64

 

CMYK 78 / 52 / 0 / 21

HEX #2C61C9

RGB 44 97 201

HSL 219.75, 0.64%, 0.48%

LAB 43.21, 20.01, -59.09

 

CMYK 67 / 44 / 0 / 16

HEX #4878D7

RGB 72 120 215

HSL 219.86, 0.64%, 0.56%

LAB 51.52, 14.36, -53.67

 

CMYK 78 / 52 / 0 / 34

HEX #2551A8

RGB 37 81 168

HSL 219.85, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 36.19, 17.04, -51.13

 

CMYK 11 / 78 / 0 / 35

HEX #9425A7

RGB 148 37 167

HSL 291.23, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 38.57, 61.44, -46.14

 

CMYK 19 / 0 / 78 / 35

HEX #87A725

RGB 135 167 37

HSL 74.77, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 64.1, -28.59, 58.62

 

CMYK 78 / 52 / 0 / 34

HEX #2551A8

RGB 37 81 168

HSL 219.85, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 36.19, 17.04, -51.13

 

CMYK 0 / 78 / 51 / 35

HEX #A72552

RGB 167 37 82

HSL 339.23, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 38.11, 54.56, 6.21

 

CMYK 51 / 0 / 78 / 35

HEX #52A725

RGB 82 167 37

HSL 99.23, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 61.28, -47.93, 54.96

 

CMYK 78 / 52 / 0 / 34

HEX #2551A8

RGB 37 81 168

HSL 219.85, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 36.19, 17.04, -51.13

 

CMYK 11 / 78 / 0 / 35

HEX #9425A7

RGB 148 37 167

HSL 291.23, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 38.57, 61.44, -46.14

 

CMYK 0 / 27 / 78 / 35

HEX #A77A25

RGB 167 122 37

HSL 39.23, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 54.31, 9.55, 50.45

 

CMYK 66 / 0 / 78 / 35

HEX #38A725

RGB 56 167 37

HSL 111.23, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 60.44, -54.65, 53.86

 

CMYK 78 / 52 / 0 / 34

HEX #2551A8

RGB 37 81 168

HSL 219.85, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 36.19, 17.04, -51.13

 

CMYK 0 / 78 / 11 / 35

HEX #A72594

RGB 167 37 148

HSL 308.77, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 40.7, 62.34, -31.09

 

CMYK 0 / 27 / 78 / 35

HEX #A77A25

RGB 167 122 37

HSL 39.23, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 54.31, 9.55, 50.45

 

CMYK 78 / 0 / 66 / 35

HEX #25A738

RGB 37 167 56

HSL 128.77, 0.64%, 0.4%

LAB 60.17, -56.37, 46.19

 

Description

Color code: HEX #2551A8 | qconv.com Color code: HEX #2551A8 | qconv.com - big

Dark color: low color values appear darker.

The breakdown of the color into the RGB color system: of 255 maximum color components, 37 red, 81 green and 168 blue.

The mixing ratio of these colors results in the displayed hue in the middle of the overlaps.

In the illustration you can see how the color is composed of the three components: red (top),green (bottom right) and blue (bottom left). In the middle you can see the result color.
37 81 168 R G B
In the CMYK color system the color is composed as follows: In this color tone, out of 100 maximum color components, 78 cyan, 52 magenta, none yellow and 34 key.

The mixing ratio of these colors results in the displayed hue in the middle of the overlaps.

In the diagram you can see how the color is composed of the four components cyan (top left),magenta (top right),yellow (bottom right) and black or key (bottom left). In the middle you can see the result color.
78% 52% 0% 34% C M Y K

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