What Color isCerulean?
#1E9BCC
What Color is Cerulean
Cerulean (Hex #1E9BCC) is a vibrant, medium-toned shade of cyan. As a cool color, it pairs exceptionally well with contrasting oranges. Get RGB values, find matching paints, and download Cerulean palettes.
What color is opposite Cerulean?
The opposite color to Cerulean is Tia Maria (#cc501e).
Additional Information
- Color Family: Blue
- Temperature: Cool
- Associated Season: Autumn
- Complementary Color: #CC501E
- Brightness: 123/255
- Saturation: 85%
Colors That Pair Well With Cerulean
Complementary
Pair with Tia Maria for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.
High Contrast
Use Flame Pea for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.
Harmonious Depth
Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.
Color Variations
Tints (add white)
Tones (add grey)
Color Conversions
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Snippets
color: #1E9BCC;
color: rgb(30, 155, 204);
background-color: #1E9BCC;
border: 3px solid #1E9BCC;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #1E9BCC66;
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #1E9BCC 0%, #ffffff 100%);
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Product Details
Add a touch of luxury to your home with our premium Eco Velvet cushions. Soft to the touch, these cushions are perfect for adding comfort and style to any room.
- Material: Soft Eco Velvet.
- Feel: Velvety soft finish.
- Backing: Stone coloured back (or double-sided print).
- Print: Edge-to-edge vibrant color using water-based inks.
- Care: Machine washable at 30°C.
- Construction: Handmade to order with a concealed zipper.
Eco Credentials
We believe in sustainable style. Our cushions are crafted with the planet in mind.
- Made to Order: Produced only when you order, eliminating overproduction and waste.
- Water-Based Inks: Printed using neo-pigment, water-based inks that are non-hazardous, toxin-free, and vegan-friendly.
- Local Fulfilment: Produced locally where possible to reduce carbon emissions from transport.
- Vegan Friendly: No animal products are used in the production of these cushions.
What Goes With Cerulean?
Explore color palettes containing Cerulean and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.
Analogous
Split-complementary
Triadic
Monochromatic
Accessibility
Contrast with Black and White
Contrast with Black
UI Examples
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Contrast Ratio
Contrast with White
UI Examples
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Contrast Ratio
Closest Color Matches
Polychromos
middle phthalo blue
#152 • #309CD6
Polychromos
light phthalo blue
#145 • #43ACE1
Prismacolor
True Blue
#PC903 • #007EB4
Polychromos
cobalt turquoise
#153 • #0082A2
Polychromos
light ultramarine
#140 • #659AD2
Polychromos
bluish turquoise
#149 • #0077A2
Prismacolor
Mediterranean Blue
#PC1022 • #007E9E
Prismacolor
Electric Blue
#PC1040 • #008ACF
Caran d'ache Luminance 6901
Grey Blue
#755 • #1976A4
Caran d'ache Luminance 6901
Turquoise Blue
#171 • #00AAC5
Prismacolor
Peacock Blue
#PC1027 • #00739A
Polychromos
sky blue
#146 • #86B2DF
Polychromos
phthalo blue
#110 • #0B7DC2
Prismacolor
Caribbean Sea
#PC1103 • #8BBBE0
Prismacolor
Aquamarine
#PC905 • #008C9E
Prismacolor
Blue Lake
#PC1102 • #568BD2
Caran d'ache Luminance 6901
Chrysocolla Blue
#671 • #00B8D0
Prismacolor
Non-Photo Blue
#PC919 • #00BBD4
Caran d'ache Luminance 6901
Cobalt Blue 10%
#662 • #4992E0
Similar Colors
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is Cerulean accessible for text?
How do I use Cerulean in CSS?
You can use Cerulean in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:
.cerulean {
background-color: #1E9BCC;
color: #FFFFFF;
}For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.