#2A7AB9
Cerulean color
Cerulean is a sky blue ranging from bright to deep, from the Latin word for sky. It is clear and cheerful without being too bright.
It is a dark, cool color with an estimated light reflectance value (LRV) of 17.9.
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What colors go with cerulean?
Tried-and-true partners for cerulean in outfits and rooms:
Color wheel harmonies
Complementary – opposite on the color wheel, maximum contrast
Analogous – neighbors on the wheel, calm and blended
Triadic – three evenly spaced colors, balanced and lively
Split complementary – softer contrast than complementary
Tints and shades of cerulean
Lighter tints on the left, the base color in the middle, darker shades on the right.
Closest cerulean paint colors
The nearest paint color from each brand by perceived color difference (CIEDE2000). Screen colors are approximations; always test a sample on your wall.
Who looks good in cerulean?
In seasonal color analysis, cerulean or a very close shade appears in these palettes:
Similar colors
FAQ
What is the hex code for cerulean?
The hex code for cerulean is #2A7AB9. In RGB it is rgb(42, 122, 185), in HSL hsl(206, 63%, 45%) and in CMYK cmyk(77%, 34%, 0%, 27%).
What colors go with cerulean?
Cerulean pairs well with white, coral, mustard yellow, sand. For a color-wheel match, its complementary color is #BB692A.
Is cerulean a warm or cool color?
Cerulean is a cool color. It looks most harmonious next to other cool tones like white, navy and grey.
What is the complementary color of cerulean?
The complementary color of cerulean (#2A7AB9) is #BB692A, directly opposite on the color wheel. Used together they create strong contrast, so use one as the main color and the other as an accent.
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