Cornflowerblue Color — #6495ED
Complete color reference for #6495ED: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#6495EDrgb(100, 149, 237)hsl(219, 79%, 66%)hsv(219, 58%, 93%)C:58% M:37% Y:0% K:7%cornflowerblue65919810.3032WCAG Accessibility Contrast
WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 (normal text) or ≥3:1 (large text). WCAG AAA requires ≥7:1.
Shades & Tints Scale
Steps 50–400 are tints (mixed with white); 500 is the base color; 600–900 are shades (mixed with black).
Color Harmonies
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RGB equivalent of #6495ED?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(100, 149, 237). The red channel is 100, green is 149, and blue is 237 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #6495ED?
The HSL value is hsl(219, 79%, 66%). Hue is 219°, saturation is 79%, and lightness is 66%.
Does #6495ED meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #6495ED achieves a 2.97:1 contrast ratio (Fail). On a black background it achieves 7.06:1 (AAA). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #6495ED?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #6495ED is #EDBD64.